Conditions That Can Cause Depression-Mnemonic SANDICT mnemonic can help memorize and recall the conditions that can directly induce depression. SANDICT SLE Addison's disease Neurological conditions eg. stroke. Diabetes Infections for example influenza virus infection. Carcinoma, especially involving the brain directly or through metastasis. Breast carcinoma is an example. Thyroid disorders especially hypothyroidism. Please see the Shorter Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry for more details.