Although it is not fully known what exactly causes clinical depression, theories abound: biological and genetic factors, environmental influences, pathogenic thinking, and childhood or developmental events, to name a few. A combination of factors may put one person at greater risk for developing depression than someone else who does not experience those same factors.
Although anyone can become clinically depressed, no one is predestined to develop it. And there are risk factors to be aware of, so that those of us who may be vulnerable can educate ourselves, be attentive to warning signs, and take steps towards recognizing and preventing this illness.
The web site "All About Depression" discusses causes and risk factors on its home page, and has other pages on biology, genetics, environment, medical conditions, and references.
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