Depression Associated With Sustained Brain Signals: Genetic Mutation in Mice Elevates Their Risk of Stress-Induced Depression, Study in Disease Models and Mechanisms (DMM)

ScienceDaily (Apr. 8, 2010) — Depression and schizophrenia can be triggered by environmental stimuli and often occur in response to stressful life events. However, some people have a higher predisposition to develop these diseases, which highlights a role for genetics in determining a person’s disease risk.