Stressful life events, genetic liability, and onset of an episode of major depression in women

19951,065 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Kenneth S. Kendler · Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

Ronald C. Kessler

Abstract

Genetic factors influence the risk of onset of major depression in part by altering the sensitivity of individuals to the depression-inducing effect of stressful life events.

Topics & Keywords

Cognitive Abilities and Testing Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development Mental Health Treatment and Access

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Gender equality

Publication Details

Published in: American Journal of Psychiatry

Volume 152, Issue 6, pp. 833-842

DOI: 10.1176/ajp.152.6.833

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