In The Chains Of Depression: A Summary

in the chains of depression. This successfully gains more attention to the article. Theories were included by Graham to show the factual and scientific side of this issue, however, the theories were not relatively bad. He has stated that scientist suggest that people that are going through depression have a more accurate perception of reality than those who are not depressed. This means those going through depression have the ability to see, hear and become aware of what's happening around them in higher quality. People facing depression are able to see the truth in basically everything. This can become a barrier in achieving happiness, as the truth is not always pretty. In my opinion I believe this statement has some truth to it. Being able to have accurate perceptions of reality ables one to see the truth behind the lies. I believe this can be of significance. The person going through depression may not be in a positive environment, and thus resulting in the person being depressed. …show more content…
Topics such as, the ill-treatment of patients who are enduring depression. These patients are not given appropriate medical advice and knowledge of the condition required. This was brought into light when Graham mentions his experience at the doctor when minimum care was shown to him. Another issue that came into the limelight is bullying within a workspace. Graham mentions that a commander was bullying his fellow workmates and once he took action, rather than succeeding in getting his workmates out of this situation he too became a target. A major theoretical issue that really caught my eye was the issue of the gender stereotype of men. Men are finding it hard to break through social norms and be able to express what they really feel. They are tied down and are socialised into being considered strong and independent men who do not need