"Depression and Cancer" explores the complex interplay between depression and other diseases in an effort to understand the nature of its effects. It is a collection of insightful peer-reviewed articles written by respected physicians and researchers. Drawing from their varied expertise, the authors explore the key issues surrounding this tragic dual disease.
Many different topics are addressed, including epidemiology, symptoms, and treatments. We learn the impact of inflammation, exposure to radiation, and individual genetic factors on depressive conditions, as well as the impact on mental and physical well-being, quality of life, and general outlook. Recent developments in anti-depressant medications and treatment options are also examined, to provide practical guidelines for clinicians and patients.
This essential resource also describes the implications for mental and emotional support and wellbeing, including cultural interpretations and challenges, and social and international issues. Understanding the complexities and interrelatedness of these diseases, together with the benefits of current and future treatment possibilities, paves the way for a more effective combination of care. Carefully considered and thoughtfully edited, "Depression and Cancer: Interdisciplinary Perspectives" provides a comprehensive, thoughtful and accessible guide to the varied facets of this sensitive topic.
В последние годы настойчиво обсуждается связь между депрессиями и раком, и в данной книге обращается внимание на взаимоотношения между этими болезнями. В ней рассматривается целый ряд аспектов этой "сопряженности" и описывается, как можно избежать негативных последствий депрессии при онкологии или смягчить их, если к услугам больных эффективные методы лечения депрессии. Известные психиатры и онкологи обобщают современные данные по эпидемиологии возникновения, патогенезу, видам диагностики и выявления, а также культурным и связанным со здоровьем вопросам депрессии у людей, страдающих онкологическими заболеваниями и др.
Электронная Книга «Depression and Cancer» написана автором Группа авторов в году.
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Язык: Английский
ISBN: 9780470972526
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Recently, there has been a growing awareness of the multiple interrelationships between depression and cancer. Depression and Cancer is devoted to the interaction between these disorders. The book examines various aspects of this comorbidity and describes how the negative consequences of depression in cancer could be avoided or ameliorated, given that effective depression treatments for cancer patients are available. Renowned psychiatrists and oncologists summarize the latest evidence on the epidemiology, pathogenesis, screening and recognition, and cultural and public health implications of depression in persons with cancer, among other topics.
