Question

Chun Hei is a Korean immigrant who has been separated from her family and friends for over a year since she came to the U.S. with her husband. She spends her days taking care of their two young children while he goes to work, and feels increasingly depressed without her support system. It is likely that a family therapist who meets Chun Hei:

Answer 1

Answer:

Would be very interested in how her depression affects others in the family and how it influences family process.

Explanation:

Depression is a mood disorder. It involves being persistently sad for two weeks. Depression affects an individual's quality of life. It is caused by some biological and psychological factors. According to statistics, females are usually more depressed after puberty, and 80% of depression leads to all kinds of bad actions. There are three core symptoms of depression, among others. They are; lack interest in previously enjoyed activities, reduced energy, and low mood. Others include loss of appetite, insomnia, loss of weight, etc. Depression can be handled through treatments and antidepressant drugs.

Given the above, the family therapist will help Chun Hei a great deal as he/she will provide effective healing methods.