Depression is not just a state of mind. It is related to physical changes in the brain, and is connected to an imbalance of a type of chemical that carries signals in your brain and nerves. These chemicals are called neurotransmitters.

·    Genetics play an important part in depression. It can run in families for generations.

·    Things like the death of a loved one can bring on depression. Financial problems, the breakup of a relationship, most often victims of childhood sexual assault become depressed because it changes their life, graduating from school, or getting married.

·   Other disorders associated with depression include some of the following: Anxiety, eating disorders, and schizophrenia.