Book description
Up to 1 in 5 people in the UK suffer from diagnosable depression (bbc.
co. uk) - that's approximately 12 million people. Depression takes
multiple forms, including seasonal affective disorder, bipolar disorder,
and postnatal depression. Research by the BBC claims that up to 75% of
sufferers are not receiving any form of professional medication or
therapy, which strongly suggests that self-help is often a preferred
course of action.
Overcoming Depression For Dummies outlines practical methods
for recognising and managing the symptoms of depression for those
readers who might be too scared to go to their GP, who want to know
more about the illness before they seek professional medical guidance,
or for those who are just curious about depression and what it means.
Overcoming Depression For Dummies:
- Is written by an expert team of clinical psychologists and
provides step-by-step guidelines on proven therapeutic exercises
and ways to implement positive psychology methods
- Provides sound advice on nutrition, relaxation and support, to
help make those vital first steps towards a happier life
- Gives comprehensive information on the wide variety of
prescription medication and complementary therapies available,
including their effectiveness and side effects
- Is aimed at people suffering from depression looking for
straightforward, realistic advice and also loved ones and parents
of those suffering from depression wanting to better understand
the condition and find out how they can help.
Elaine Iljon Foreman, MSc, AFPBSs, is an Associate
Fellow of the British Psychological Society, and has researched and
treated anxiety and depression for over 25 years.
Charles H Elliott, PhD, and Laura L Smith, PhD, are
clinical psychologists.
