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Title: Analyze the research findings that emphasize the role of genetics and brain chem Post by: colleen on May 5, 2012 Analyze the research findings that emphasize the role of genetics and brain chemistry in the development
of depression. Title: Re: Analyze the research findings that emphasize the role of genetics and brain chem Post by: ThePsychic on May 7, 2012 Studies of adopted children and twins support the notion that major depression is a moderately heritable disorder.
It is unlikely that a single gene is involved. It is likely that a genetic predisposition interacts with stressful events to create the disorder. A gene called 5-HTT comes in two forms, a long and a short form. The short form appears to be related to depression. Genes may exert their effects by affecting levels of serotonin and other neurotransmitters or by affecting production of cortisol. |