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Very sad story.
1. I agree with everyones views on depression...especially in a northern latitude with little light for much of the year and lots of cold....it's easy to become depressed.
2. Sadly I think there is some learning by example here. Having seen his syblings all commit suicide may have lowered your grandfather's aversion to the act. Don't let this happen.
3. Longevity...I can easily see how this leads into depression. My family is very long lived. But as the older generations have aged, and all their friends die one by one, and then their spouse and finally their own body begins to fail...well, it can be very depressing. If your family is close, it makes it much easier. If they are not, it is EXTREMELY difficult.
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