While there isn’t currently one specific cause linked to male depression, there is in fact a multitude of various risk factors associated with this mental illness. According to The National Institute Of Mental Health, the following is a list of the different causes, some of which include but are not limited to:
- Genetic factors—men with a family history of depression may be more likely to develop it than those whose family members do not have the illness.
- Illness—depression can occur with other serious medical illnesses, such as diabetes, cancer, heart disease, or Parkinson’s disease. Depression can make these conditions worse and vice versa. Sometimes, medications taken for these illnesses may cause side effects that trigger or worsen depression
- Environmental Stress—financial problems, loss of a loved one, a difficult relationship, major life changes, work problems, or any stressful situation may trigger depression in some men.
For more information on the impact of environmental stress leading to depression on men, you can visit
http://www.mengetdepression.com/symptoms/what_causes_depression.cfm
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