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Re: Depression and Genetics » saw

Posted by JenStar on November 16, 2004, at 12:00:02

In reply to Depression and Genetics, posted by saw on November 16, 2004, at 3:05:36

hi Sabrina,
I think it's sort of calming to find out that your illness isn't some kind of innate flaw -- having it be genetic lets you sigh in relief and say, "Whew! This isn't all my fault!"

Of course you can still conquer it, and should -- but you know that it's not some mysterious virus-like ghostly disease, it's actually a nuts&bolts disease.

I felt stronger knowing that I had a history of depression in the family. I realized the disease had roots in genes and not just "in my head." Although I know depression IS "in the head", so it's a kind of strange distinction! But I know what you mean about feeling better anyway.

good luck!
JenStar

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