depression genetics

Published research on depression genetics.

PsychiatryJul 7, 2026

NOS3 TT Variant Linked to 1.72x Cognitive Risk in First-Episode Depression

A 2026 cross-sectional study of 519 older adults with first-episode depression found that the NOS3 rs1799983 TT genotype was independently associated with cognitive impairment, adjusted OR 1…

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DepressionJan 28, 2024

Genetics of Major Depression vs. Symptom Scales (PHQ-9 & CIDI-SF) (2023 Study)

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) presents a significant challenge in mental health, with its complex genetic and symptomatic landscape. Recent research focusing on the UK Biobank data has com…

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