"Depression can be "contagious" in a psychological sense, as behaviors and negative thought patterns associated with depression can spread among individuals, such as among roommates or within families. This contagion effect is more about the transmission of depressive behaviors and attitudes rather than the illness itself being infectious. Studies have shown that people close to those who are depressed may start exhibiting similar symptoms, particularly through the adoption of negative thinking styles like rumination, which can increase their own risk of depression."
"in close relationships or living situations, the emotional state and coping mechanisms of one person can influence those around them, potentially leading to similar feelings or behaviors. "
... probably whole societies can be "infected" by somewhat negative and depressive thinking styles. Robin Hanson blogs a lot about the modern fertility crisis.
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