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Genetics and Temperament Factors in Bipolar Illness

As with depressive illness, we aren’t sure exactly what causes bipolar illness. The causes seem to differ somewhat from those listed for depressive disorders; external upsetting events are not as likely to precipitate an episode. Someone with a bipolar disorder almost always has a close relative who has a variant of the disorder. However, the Read more

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Depressive Illness – Autoimmune Diseases, Nutritional Deficiencies, Neurological and Metabolic Illnesses

No one knows exactly what causes a depressive episode. We do know that genetic makeup and events early in life predispose people to develop depression. We also know that stressful life events can precipitate a depressive episode. Some physical illnesses and medications can increase the chances of developing such an episode. We are rapidly learning Read more