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
