well thought out observations. SSRI’s were a lifesaver for me 10 yrs. ago. There is nothing like the helplessness of Anxiety, depression and panic disorder caused by genetic and environmental factors. I never had the urge to kill or any other aggressive tendency. I just wanted to feel normal again.
God bless you, Second! Depression is a truly evil illness. But it can be controlled with proper treatment and drugs. Sadly, I agree that genetics play a major role in mental illness.
Mariel Hemingway, btw, has dedicated her life to spreading the news about the connection between genetics and suicide. With her family history, she should know.