Prevalence and associated factors of depressive symptoms among patients with cancer receiving radiotherapy in southern Thailand: a university hospital-based cross-sectional study.

In this study, all cancer participants who received radiotherapy had either no/minimal or mild depression. No participants had major depression. Most participants had meaning in their life; however, over half of them still experienced pain and insomnia. To optimize the quality of life, and prevent depression, physical symptoms, and pain should ensure they receive adequate management. Additionally, feeling meaningful in life, and satisfaction in one's health should also be promoted.