سطح کورتیزول پایین، پیش بینی کننده عود در بیماران رها شده از افسردگی راجعه: یک مطالعه آینده نگر 5.5 ساله

Our study provides further support for the predictive role over 5.5 year of HPA axis dysregulation, i.e. lower morning cortisol levels, of recurrence in recurrently depressed patients. Childhood trauma is associated to having lower cortisol levels. It might have long term consequences for dealing with stress and the HPA-axis.