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Did stress from anxiety in my childhood cause my depression?

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It's possible: There's no way to answer in your particular case, but it's clearly possible for childhood stress (and abuse/neglect) to cause depression in adulthood. The best way to address this question is to have an in-person mental health evaluation with a professional, and be sure to mention this specific concern. Good luck.

Dr Pappas and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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