Researchers debunk theory about what causes depression

Millions of Canadians at some point or another have suffered from depression, and sought out treatment. Now, a controversial new study has poked a very large hole in long-held notions around depression and anti-depressants. National Post health reporter Sharon Kirkey joins host Dave Breakenridge to discuss how widespread depression is, what this new study says about the relationship between anti-depressants and depression, and what it could mean for people currently getting treatment, or those seeking it out. Background reading: Doctors have stopped believing that 'chemical imbalance' causes depression. They didn't tell us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices