This blog is continued from the blog series on Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Having a medical condition such as prostate cancer can put a tremendous emotional strain on someone. Several studies showed elevated risk of depression in prostate cancer patients due to loss of functional capacity and somatic symptoms. These are some of the depressive symptoms a cancer patient may have:
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Sleep disturbances-This can mean too much sleep (hypersomnia) or too little sleep (insomnia).
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Lack of energy or feeling tired
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Difficulty concentrating
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Suicidal thoughts
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Feeling guilty, helpless, or worthlessness
