Practical, day-to-day ways to manage your depression. Some call it
the blues or a storm in their head. William Styron referred to it
as "darkness visible." Whatever the description, depression is a
disorder of the mind and body that affects millions of adults at
some point in their lives. In Take Control of Your Depression, Dr.
Susan J. Noonan provides people experiencing depression with
strategies to take stock of their mental state, to chart a course
toward emotional balance, and to track their progress on the
journey to well-being. Writing from her personal experience as both
a recipient and a provider of mental health services, Dr. Noonan
explains how to obtain care from professionals, outlines what
medical options are available, and lists everyday things people can
do to feel better. Integrating medicine, psychology, and holistic
care while exploring the basics of mental health, she touches on
diet, sleep habits, physical activity, and mindfulness techniques.
This useful and compassionate workbook, which is specifically
designed for people who find it difficult to focus and concentrate
during a depressive episode, includes * proven relapse prevention
and resilience techniques * targeted cognitive exercises * daily
worksheets that can be used to track your progress and response to
therapy * the fundamentals of Cognitive Behavior Therapy * advice
on dealing with family and friends * guidance from remarkable
people on depression * a discussion of how technology and social
media can be used to manage well-being * a section on
treatment-resistant depression * specialized tips aimed at women,
men, adolescents, the elderly, and people dealing with chronic
illness The only workbook on depression that combines a discussion
of medical options, talk therapy techniques, and established
self-help strategies, Take Control of Your Depression empowers
individuals to participate in their own care, which offers them a
better chance of recovery and of staying well. Praise for Other
Books by Susan J. Noonan "This practical and compassionate handbook
is perfectly suited to individuals living with depression: in
accessible language, it offers firm, specific advice and quick
cognitive tests and self-assessment metrics that even those in the
deepest of doldrums will find helpful and relevant . . . a valuable
volume for those suffering from depression, as well as for loved
ones who are fighting the fight by their side."-Publisher's Weekly
"From defining a baseline of depression to charting moods and
preventing relapses, this workbook is a top pick for any depression
sufferer!"-Reference and Research Book News "This practical guide
is an important contribution to the growing genre of self-help
works on this topic."-Library Journal "This text is a much-needed
addition to mental health literature, as depression is stigmatized
and few understand how to support friends and loved ones who
frequently do not obtain help on their own."-American Reference
Books Annual "This book offers useful insight for any health
professional working within mental health . . . It is of enormous
value to the layperson, hungry for knowledge about how best to
interact and help their loved one face the dreadful ravages of
depression."-Nursing Times
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