Epigenetic Modifications Associated with Low SES May Influence Depression Risk [PsychologyAdvisor.com]
Specific stressors such as child abuse and nonspecific stressors such as low socioeconomic status (SES) have both been implicated in the risk for mental illness. Lower SES has been linked with elevated risk of depression , anxiety , and addiction , as well as poorer general health. These associations could be driven by a variety of factors, including higher stress levels, poor housing quality, and exposure to violence. A growing body of research shows that epigenetic modification may be one...