‘Culture Of We’ Buffers Genetic Tendency To Depression
Posted on October 30th, 2009 by tel
‘Culture Of We’ Buffers Genetic Tendency To Depression
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A genetic tendency to depression is much less likely to be realized in a culture centered on collectivistic rather than individualistic values, according to a new study. In other words, a genetic vulnerability to depression is much more likely to be realized in a Western culture than an East Asian culture that is more about we than me-me-me. The study takes a global look at mental health across social groups and nations.
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