Anxiety and depression can have a negative impact on a person's mental, emotional and physical well-being. Anxiety and depression have been shown to be risk factors for the development of certain health conditions and to complicate and delay recovery from these conditions.
Diabetes
Anxiety and depression ( Depression) are known to be risk factors for the development of Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. It has also been shown that anxiety and depression increase the risk of complications in patients with diabetes. Depression and diabetes often coexist, but today approximately 25% of depressed diabetic patients are identified in clinical practice ( Gureje, 2011 ). Long-term depression and diabetes are associated with poorer glycemic control, higher risk of complications, and lower quality of life. Therefore, screening for anxiety and depression and providing evidence-based psychological support are of great importance in the treatment of diabetes.
Heart Diseases and Heart Attack
Depression is currently associated with coronary heart disease. It is known to be an important and independent risk factor for the development of heart disease and heart attack. Additionally, a 2011 study by Cavallo showed that anxiety and depression can make recovery after a cardiac event difficult.
Cancer and Leukemia
A life-threatening disease, Diagnosis of symptoms and biophysical effects of treatment may undermine an individual's ability to cope with the disease. Sense of control, body image, ability to work, finances, and emotional availability to support one's family may be disrupted. Getting motivated and energetic to exercise, visit friends, attend appointments, and plan for the future can seem like big tasks. Concerns about recurrence of the disease can preoccupy individuals, making it difficult for them to heal and adapt. Research has shown that having a chronic illness puts individuals at increased risk of anxiety and depression. Treating psychological distress, such as anxiety and despair, has been shown to improve outcomes and quality of life for these individuals. Diagnosed with cancer Relatives of employees go through this process as much as patients. Compliance with this process is a necessity not only for the patient but also for the patient's relatives. It should not be forgotten that the ability of patient relatives to provide the necessary psycho-social support paves the way for providing much better support and care to relatives of cancer patients.
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