Blog by A psychiatrist in Japan.

Blog by A psychiatrist in Japan.
渋谷の公園の樹木

2010-05-30

About the Depression(2)

What are the Causes of Major Depression?

Depression is a combination of biological, genetic and psychological factors. Major depression is caused by imbalance of certain neurotransmitters (chemical messengers) in the brain. The following are the most common causes for major depression:

•unemployment

•family history of depression

•death of loved one

•financial difficulties

•poor self-esteem,

•a pessimistic view of oneself and the world.

•other chronic illnesses

•loss of relationship