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Is Depression Genetic?
Depression affects millions of people worldwide, and there is no one-size-fits-all treatment. It is a complex mental illness that has genetic, environmental, and social influences. In this article, we will […]
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Epilepsy and Depression Share Genetic Link?
Scientists have long theorized that epilepsy and depression share some sort of connection. In fact, as early as 400 B.C., the “father of medicine,” Hippocrates, wrote that, “Melacholics ordinarily become epileptics, […]
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Sleep and Seasonal Affective Disorder Genetic Link Found
According to a February 22, 2016 report appearing in PNAS, scientists have discovered a gene which may provide a link between certain patterns of sleep and seasonal affective disorder. Seasonal […]