Breaking free from depression pathways to wellness / Jesse H. Wright and Laura W. McCray.
| Author/creator | Wright, Jesse H. |
| Other author | McCray, Laura W. |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | New York : Guilford Press, |
| Description | xii, 372 p. : ill. ; 27 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete |
| Subjects |
| Series | The guilford self-help workbook series |
| Contents | Machine generated contents note: PrefaceAuthors' Note1. Getting Started2. Medical Illness and Depression3. Paths to Depression: Paths to Wellness<b>I. The Thoughts-Action Path</b>4. Fighting Negative Thinking5. Restoring Energy and Enjoying Life6. Building Self-Esteem and Using Strengths7. Enhancing Well-Being<b>II. The Biology Path</b>8. Getting the Most from Antidepressants<b>III. The Relationship Path</b>9. The People in Your Life: How Relationships Can Influence Recovery from Depression10. Managing Relationship Problems to Improve Depression<b>IV. The Lifestyle Path</b>11. Lifestyle Changes<b>V. The Spiritual Path</b>12. Using Spiritual Resources<b>VI. The Mindfulness Path</b>13. Mindfulness14. Developing a Plan and Making It Stick Resources. |
| Abstract | "Leading psychiatrist/researcher Jesse Wright and his daughter Laura McCray, a family physician, have seen thousands of depressed patients in their practices--and have learned that a range of different treatments work. Infused with warmth, optimism, and clinical know-how, this book presents simple yet powerful depression-fighting strategies that sufferers can try on their own. Drs. Wright and McCray offer a flexible menu of treatment ideas plus clear guidance for creating a personalized anti-depression action plan. Aided by helpful worksheets, quizzes, and stories, readers learn ways to break the cycle of negative thinking, restore energy and a sense of well-being, strengthen relationships, and make informed decisions about medications. Now depression sufferers can chart their own path to recovery, using the best tools science has to offer"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Abstract | "Leading psychiatrist/researcher Jesse Wright and his daughter Laura McCray, a family physician, have seen thousands of depressed patients in their practices--and have learned that a range of different treatments work. Infused with warmth, optimism, and clinical know-how, this book presents simple yet powerful depression-fighting strategies that sufferers can try on their own. Drs. Wright and McCray offer a flexible menu of treatment ideas plus clear guidance for creating a personalized antidepression action plan. Aided by helpful worksheets, quizzes, and stories, readers learn ways to break the cycle of negative thinking, restore energy and a sense of well-being, strengthen relationships, and make informed decisions about medications. Now depression sufferers can chart their own path to recovery, using the best tools science has to offer"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2011024716 |
| ISBN | 9781606239193 (pbk.) |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |