Can you have a genetic predisposition for anxiety?
Question:
Anyway, my dad used to have an anxiety problem, and now I also have one. I'm 13. He didn't tell my mom or his current girlfriend (my parents are divorced). Do you think my dad should have told my mom before they started having kids?
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Welcome to the club. Now that science has proven a genetic composition to some mood disorders, I would say that he should tell his girlfriend if they are contemplating marriage and/or children. If the anxiety was long gone when he met your mom, I'm not so sure he or anyone else would feel an obligation to tell her. No one knew it was genetic.
Hope you are receiving successful treatment for your anxiety.
Absolutely! It runs in families. My ex- husband has it and so do both of my daughters! Are you worried you might have that too? If you think you do, it is important you tell your parents and ask for help. It is not the end of the world, and it is easily treated with medication. Don't let anyone talk you out of getting the help you need if you think you need it. Anxiety can lead to depression...
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