Distinguishing between the effects of nature and nurture constitutes a major research goal
for those interested in understanding human development. It is known, for example, that …

Background Low socioeconomic status is a risk factor for depression. The nature and
magnitude of associations can differ cross-culturally and is influenced by a range of …

Background Previous studies have shown associations between major depression and C-
reactive protein (CRP) levels. Few studies have considered the extent to which shared …

Objective Depression often co-occurs with poor health-related quality of life (HRQL). Twin
studies report genetic and individual-level environmental underpinnings in the aetiology of …

This thesis aims to enhance our understanding of the mechanisms underlying
socioeconomic disparities in common mental health outcomes by investigating gene …

Objective Depression often co-occurs with poor health-related quality of life (HRQL). Twin
studies report genetic and individual-level environmental underpinnings in the aetiology of …

Background: Aspects of child temperament are associated with symptoms of anxiety and
depression (ie, internalising) in mothers. Child temperament traits and mothers' internalising …