I definitely think you can be born with a disposition that puts you more in danger of becoming depressed. My mom told me that even when I was just three years old I would react very badly to change and remain despondant for a long time. Maybe when you combine brain chemistry with personality you get the answer? In my psychology class I learned that a person's temperment in likely to stay the same from three yrs old onward.
a little confused...I have read session 1 and don't really see how any of those "causes" apply to an infant...so still not sure if someone can be born depressed....
would be interested in a counsellor but I live in rural quebec and just getting in to see a Dr is a joke...
I'm not sure if you can really be born with depression. I think that would be a good question to send into the ask the expert. I know that it can definitely stem from things that occured earlier on in life..that sort of thing. I agree with Samantha, going back to session 1 of the program may help to re-assess and re-evaluate that work you've done so far and take a new approach. I would recommend trying to find a counsellor or someone to talk to 1 on 1 to bounce ideas and thoughts off of. It really helps for me. The program here mixed with visits to my therapist was what ultimately helped me enjoy life more...etc
Know that we are here for you and know that there are no straight answers when it comes to depression...everything takes work.
Take a moment when you have the chance and go through session 1 of the program again. It goes through the definition of depression, potential causes of depression and helps you to make a plan for tackling your goals.
Know that we are here for you, continue to work hard.
My mother claims that I recoiled at any physical touch as an infant. And the first complaints that I was withdrawn came from preschool teachers. I have no childhood trauma. Could I have been born depressed?
PS My grandmother was depressed all her life. And I am exactly like her!
