Effectiveness of Counseling on Depression among Cancer Patients Admitted in Pravara Rural Hospital, Loni (Bk)
Journal Title: Journal of Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences University - Year 2012, Vol 1, Issue 2
Abstract
Background: The prevalence of major depression in cancer patients is increasing with higher levels of physical disability advanced illness and pain. Aims and objectives: A study was planned to assess the level of depression among the cancer patients, to evaluate the effectiveness of counseling on depression among cancer patients and to compare the level of depression with their selected socio demographic variables. Material and Methods: Thirty cancer patients in the age group of 35-65 years were studied. They were assessed for the level of depression on first day of admission followed by the counseling for five days with 25-30 minutes each. The post test was carried out on sixth day by using the Zung Self Rating Depression Scale. Results: Statistically significant decrease in depression level was found. There was significant association was found with age and type of cancer and the level of depression. Conclusion: Our results indicate that the effects of counseling decrease the depression level. It is essential to raise the awareness and seek attitudinal and behavioral changes among the health care professionals to tackle the psychological problems.
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Vimala G.
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