Depression and Injury: How to Cope
Frequently, people who have been injured in a collision or other traumatic event will develop depression – especially if the injuries result in chronic pain, brain injury or catastrophic impairment. Having to face the sudden loss of good health and cope with an injury severe enough to render the person dependent on others for support can result in feelings of inadequacy and helplessness. Often, there are chemical and hormonal changes in response to injury that produce depression and anxiety.




