Is not it normal for sick people to be depressed?
It is normal for sick people to sometimes feel sad. It is normal for them to dislike their situation. But it is a myth that sick people are all clinically depressed. The resilience with which people confront illness is truly remarkable. Countless surveys and research studies have shown that most people with a physical illness are not depressed. If you suspect depression to be a problem for someone, do not assume that it is a normal response to illness. Remember, if you were run down by a truck, it would be 'normal' for you to have several bones broken. But you would not appreciate it if those around you just called this 'normal' and then ignored your pain.