Heart Attacks and Depression

Posted on June 11, 2007. Filed under: Counseling, Dear Jacqui, Family Counseling, General, Grief and Loss Therapy, Individual Therapy, Uncategorized |

I am currently working on creating a better understanding of common reactions to traumatic events in my PhD program. After any situation, especially a life altering experience we cope in different ways. What is healthy and what is abnormal?

As an example, a heart attack is a life altering event and much like the grief felt after a loss, an individual may be grieving the loss of their previous good health. I believe a frank discussion with my clients and their cardiologist may be able to identify any specific limitations he may have with his physical health and evaluate if there is a medical reason for his depression. This can help to clarify any abnormalities the family may be experiencing such as medication side effects or grieving. Seeking professional help, such as a therapist, can also aid in the discovery of normal or abnormal behaviors and reactions. Studies have found that 15% of patients developed post-traumatic stress disorder after a heart attack, sudden cardiac arrest, or cardiac surgery. I believe awareness is key to understanding each person as an individual and their responses to their lives.

For more information please visit www.health.harvard.edu/mentalextra/ or www.nimh.nih.gov.

Please feel free to contact me at Heathrow Counseling Center at 407-956-5773 or by visiting our website at www.heathrowcounselingcenter.org

Jacqui Williams M.S.


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