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Study Links Summer Births to Higher Depression Risk

7/31/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Kwantlen Polytechnic University reveals a surprising link between birth season and mental health, indicating that men born in summer may face a higher risk of depression later in life. Researchers surveyed 303 adults, uncovering this intriguing correlation, but further investigation is essential to unravel the reasons behind this phenomenon.

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A groundbreaking study from Kwantlen Polytechnic University reveals a surprising link between birth season and mental health, indicating that men born in summer may face a higher risk of depression later in life. Researchers surveyed 303 adults, uncovering this intriguing correlation, but further investigation is essential to unravel the reasons behind this phenomenon.