One out of four Americans will experience mental illness in their lifetime; major depressive disorder is the leading cause of disability in the United States for ages 15 through 44. However, only a fraction of those suffering will seek treatment; 25 percent will seek treatment for symptoms. Stigma claims the other 75 percent, wedging depressed individuals into a life of silent suffering. In Living with Depression, Serani outlines the various forms of depression, describes the different treatments, and outlines methods for living with depression and getting the help you or a loved one needs. Tips on how to choose a good therapist, negotiate the labyrinth of healthcare, and minimize stigma are addressed, as is learning how to use biology and biography as tools of empowerment. Listings of national and global resources make this a ready resource for everything you need to know about depression.
Living with Depression: Why Biology and Biography Matter along the Path to Hope and Healing
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Author: Deborah Serani
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781442210561
Details:
Author: Deborah Serani
Brand: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Binding: Hardcover
Number Of Pages: 208
Release Date: 08-06-2011
Package Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.7 x 1.0 inches Languages: English
EAN: 9781442210561
