Depression is a complex mental health disorder that affects millions worldwide, and while we know it often runs in families, scientists have been scratching their heads trying to piece together the exact genetic puzzle.
Now a groundbreaking new study, published in the prestigious journal Cell, has just flipped the script on our understanding of depression's genetic roots. Researchers have uncovered hundreds of new genetic variations linked to this condition, nearly half of which were previously unknown to science – a major step forward in understanding how our genes contribute to this debilitating disorder.
It seems we might be finally getting a glimpse under the hood of our emotional engine. Intrigued? Click on to learn more.