Major Depressive Disorder. Lexapro (escitalopram) is indicated for the acute and maintenance treatment of major depressive disorder in adults and in adolescents 12 to 17 years of age [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].
The most common causes of controlling behavior in a spouse are the result of modeling after a controlling parent or of a narcissistic personality. Another reason is a stressful and traumatic childhood and adolescence as a result of having an addicted, extremely angry or narcissistic parent.
What Causes Generalized Anxiety Disorder? The exact cause of GAD is not fully known, but a number of factors -- including genetics, brain chemistry and brain circuits, and environmental stresses -- appear to contribute to its development. 1  Genetics: Some research suggests that family history plays a part in increasing the likelihood that a person will develop GAD.