I think that some types of MS are hereditary. My DD has MS and seems to be following the same lighter MS that I had, in my 30s and 40s. I'm SPMS now and with her LDN, I'm praying she never gets here.
I, however, agree with Snoops, that you should do all you can to look into the possible depression. You can have both illnesses, you know.
Best wishes for your DS and you.