hereditary

ou are working with a family that has a history of mood disorders. Mood disorders can be hereditary. The mother has bipolar disorder, the father is clinically depressed, and their 13-year-old was just diagnosed with an eating disorder and depression. The child is struggling in school and has been referred for support services. What aspects of heredity are at play in this situation? How does parental inheritance impact this case? What are the benefits and limitations of using heredity or DNA to make predictions about the proper advocacy interventions? As an advocate, how do you meet the needs of the entire family?