Is Marriage a Wise Choice for Individuals Struggling with Depression?
People with depression can marry and have children, but it is discouraged for those with severe depression to do so. Our country's marriage law explicitly prohibits individuals with specified infectious diseases, severe genetic diseases, schizophrenia, manic depressive psychosis, and other severe mental illnesses, including depression, from marrying.
What are the Specific Manifestations of Depression?
1. Long-term Low Mood and Pessimism: Depression patients exhibit persistent low mood and a gradual loss of interest in activities. If negative emotions are not addressed promptly, their condition may deteriorate, leading to pessimistic thoughts and suicidal ideation.
2. Low Self-Evaluation: They tend to blame themselves for everything, perceiving themselves as worthless and lacking value. Even minor mistakes can elicit extreme fear, eroding their hope in life and resulting in increasingly negative self-worth.
3. Decline in Cognitive Abilities: This manifests as reduced memory and reaction speed. Depression patients may experience confusion, paranoia about being followed or harmed, which in severe cases can evolve into delusions of persecution. Social withdrawal is common, as they prefer isolation and avoid interactions, impairing their ability to communicate normally with others.
