What is Depression Part 3

So where does depression come from? Is it just a choice? is it a chemical imbalance? where does it come from?

There are several factors that can have an impact on depression. Here are five: (this is not an exhaustive list)

Physical

• Illness (including Diabetes, Heart Disease)
  
• Sleep Loss
• Chemical Imbalance (hormones, neurochemistry)
• Stress
• Nutritional Issues
• Post-Partem Issues
  

Genetics

• Family History of Depression

Situational

• Family Issues
• Business/Work Issues
• Marriage Issues

Psychological

• Loneliness
• Lack of Purpose
• Loss/Grief
• Rejection

Spiritual

• Sin
• Fatigue
• God sent trials
• Spiritual Warfare
• Bitterness and resentment
• Grief

If you want to learn more about depression check out some of these sites: Focus on the Family; Mental Health America; Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance; and the American Psychiatric Foundation

If you are interested in attending an Overcoming Depression Workshop with John Thurman Click this link: Overcoming Depression.