The article deals with the emotional and psychological difficulties encountered by cancer patients. Many cancer patients become depressed by the actual diagnosis and from the effects of treatment such as chemotherapy. The article also focuses on the inspiring example of Terry Fox, a cancer victim, who was able to overcome depression and disability by going on a solo cross-country marathon to raise money for cancer-research.
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Age does not only bring wisdom, but the depression and the drive to commit suicide, it seems. Recent statistics have confirmed that the elderly are likely to develop depression and take their own lives than any other segment of the population, yet they are also the most ignored among all possible suicide risk.
The article is about the different types of depression and some of the famous personalities who suffered from depression. The article also mentions some of the effective treatments and the specific challenges of having this emotional and psychological disorder.
While it is arguable that depression is not always preventable, there are many cases, when using the following ideas, will keep you in good spirits - most of the time.
Women, regardless of nationality or socioeconomic status, have a higher chance to have depression than men. The reasons for such higher chance appear to be a combination of biological and cultural factors.
Everyone feels overwhelmed by difficult emotions or situations at some point in their lives. Depression is affecting the way a person thinks and feels about the situation he or she is in. While most people can pull through their problems with determination and hope, some would simply resort to suicide or antidepressant overdose.
There are certain studies that point out that depression always goes hand-in-hand with an eating disorder. Both of them rob a person of their happiness and self-worth. Research have shown that people with eating disorders and a history of depression may be at increased risk for suicide. This suggests the need to put more emphasis on regulating emotion and mood in treating these patients.
Postpartum Depression is a serious condition that needs to be addressed as soon as symptoms are felt.