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Women Twice Risk of Depression: Genetic Study Reveals Why

October 8, 2025 Jennifer Chen Health
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Original source: thehindu.com

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Genetic Differences in Depression: Why Women‍ are at Higher Risk


Genetic Differences in Depression: Why Women are at Higher Risk

At a Glance

  • What: A study identifying 6,000⁤ gene variants specifically linked to depression in women, ⁢along with 7,000 shared with men.
  • Where: Research⁤ conducted by an international team, with ⁤data analyzed⁢ across multiple populations.
  • When: Findings published in February 2024.
  • Why it Matters: Explains ⁣the ⁢approximately double risk of depression in ‍women compared ⁤to men, potentially⁣ leading to more ⁣targeted treatments.
  • What’s ⁢Next: Further research to understand the function of these genes and develop personalized interventions.
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