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Depression

The depression workbook: a guide for living with depression and manic depression
Copeland ME, Riddle ML, McKay M. New Harbinger Publications, 1992

This book is based on the responses of 120 survey participants who share their insights, experiences, and strategies for living with extreme mood swings. Interactive exercises teach essential coping skills such as building a strong support system, bolstering self-esteem, fighting negative thoughts, finding appropriate professional help, and using relaxation and exercise.

Malignant sadness: the anatomy of depression
Wolpert L. Free Press, 2000

This book explains the state of our knowledge and enlightens non-sufferers with respect to the thoughts and feelings experienced by those afflicted by depression. The author's devastating episode of depression is the base of his eloquent descriptions of its subjective experience.

Factsheet: Overview of mental disorders

Factsheet: Diagnosis of mental disorders

Factsheet: Rating scales

Factsheet: Treating mental disorders

 

 

 

 

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