Question

State the factors which predispose an individual to depression.

Answer 1

The factors which predispose an individual to depression are as follow:

• Genetic makeup, or heredity
• Age: women are particularly at risk during young adulthood, while for men the risk is highest in early middle age.
• Gender also plays a great role in this differential risk addition. For example, women in comparison to men are more likely to report a depressive disorder.
• Negative life events and lack of social support.