People who are independent, purposeful, those who usually do not like to resort to outside help, get sick, suffer from depression more than others, psychologists at the University of Melbourne (Australia) found.
People who are independent, purposeful, those who usually do not like to resort to outside help, get sick, suffer from depression more than others. This was determined by a research group of psychologists at the University of Melbourne (Australia). After interviewing 200 patients who had a heart attack, they found that patients with an «autonomous» personality type, three months after being discharged from the hospital, felt depressed, talked about their failure and did not see prospects. And six months later, such a negative perception of life only increased. “A serious illness unsettles an active and independent person. Suddenly feeling helpless, he is lost, his self-esteem drops, says study leader Lesley Stafford. “Heart disease limits opportunities, and this is a real blow for those whose attitude towards themselves is highly dependent on their own performance.” Do not overestimate the importance of the work we are passionate about, nor our own strengths. Sometimes it is better to allow yourself to be a little weaker and accept the help of others.