'Extreme depression → Euthanasia thoughts': Ye Esther, 28 sessions of electroconvulsive therapy effective: "Bad thoughts are gone" [Ok-mun-a]

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Ye Esther shares updates on her depression treatment.

In the September 1 broadcast at 8:30 p.m. on KBS 2TV's 'Problem Children of the Attic', a couple married for 33 years, doctors Ye Esther and Hong Hye-geol, will appear together.

During the broadcast, Ye Esther revealed her recent condition following depression treatment, drawing significant attention. Having considered euthanasia due to extreme depression, Ye Esther stated, "Since last October, I no longer have bad thoughts," sharing that her condition has significantly improved. After being hospitalized and receiving 28 sessions of electroconvulsive therapy, she reported clear improvement in her depression symptoms. She explained, "When I was hospitalized, Hong Hye-geol had just undergone lung resection surgery due to a shadow on the ultrasound, so I did not inform him about my hospitalization." In response, husband Hong Hye-geol admitted, "I didn't know about Ye Esther's hospitalization because she didn't tell me," expressing surprise upon learning the truth late. Viewers can confirm Hong Hye-geol's heartfelt message to his wife Ye Esther, who endured a difficult time undergoing depression treatment without her husband's knowledge, during the main broadcast.

Additionally, Hong Hye-geol is planning a special trip for his wife Ye Esther, drawing attention. Having announced plans for a couple's trip to Africa to celebrate their 60th birthday, Hong Hye-geol revealed that he deliberately booked only non-refundable accommodations to ensure Ye Esther, who has been lying in bed all day due to depression, would not cancel the trip. Viewers are curious about why Hong Hye-geol is so determined to plan an irreversible journey.

Meanwhile, Hong Hye-geol recently drew attention by stating he no longer receives cash allowance since moving back in with Ye Esther. During their time living on Jeju Island, Hong Hye-geol received cash allowance from Ye Esther, but after relocating to Seoul and living together, the allowance ended, sparking curiosity among MCs. In response, Hong Hye-geol explained, "Since I know Ye Esther's safe password, I withdraw money when needed," adding, "Ye Esther hasn't shopped for 6-7 years. I'm the only one who spends money in this house," which reportedly left the MCs envious.

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