I'm distraught after reading the article, "Breast Cancer and Depression". I let the tears fall full-force when I read that one-third of women with breast cancer will experience significant emotional stress for up to 20 years after treatment. I'm only 35 and am a (nearly) 4-year survivor. My depression is at a point that it is almost out of control (with multiple medications, 2 therapy sessions per week, and too many doctors to list). If my life continues down this path, 20 years will definitely be unbearable. I'm out of "fight". I feel like the boxer that just gives up when he knows he's finally defeated. Does anyone know, have there been studies linking breast cancer survivors (not just diagnosed, but post-treatment), suicide rates, and especially aimed at "young" survivors (those under 40)? I have a hard time finding substantiated information for survivors under 40.Thanks - T
