Along the thread that "chemical imbalances" are actually a symptom of depression rather than a cause, I found another article by Jake Van Der Borne. He offers no citation or review, but he brings another valid assertion regarding the circular logic:
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What causes chemical imbalance?
After researching the causes of a chemical imbalance online I came to the conclusion that no one, not even doctors, scientists or clinical researchers, knows what exactly causes a chemical imbalance. In fact, it was virtually impossible to come up with a single source that could provide conclusive evidence.
If you would ask a medical professional the reasons and causes for anxiety or depression, their answer would most likely be “A chemical imbalance…” As a result, the first impulse for most medical professionals and patients alike is to prescribe an SSRI, MAOI or similar “chemical balancer” to treat the condition.
But in the majority of cases, the most important question has not yet been addressed:
What’s causing the chemical imbalance?
Over the years, researchers have noted a handful of possible underlying reasons for a chemical imbalance, from genetic factors to irregular brain development.
The most promising (and comforting might I add) is the theory that chemical imbalance actually stems from our own thoughts and actions.
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Article: http://www.anxiety-and-depression-so...limbalance.htm
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