Product Description

"It is reckoned that up to 2.6 million adults in the UK alone suffer from depression, and that it costs the economy in the region of £9billion pounds per annum both in treatment and in lost work days. And yet, most people don't really understand what depression is, what the difference between depression and 'feeling a little blue' or what the symptoms are. This is a subject I'm absolutely passionate about. When I was a medical student, I became depressed and ended up in hospital myself. I learned a lot and have tried all the ideas in this book, can vouch for them and have seen them work for many of my patients."
Dr Sabina Dosani

What it's about
Depression is greatly misunderstood. Those that admit to suffering from it very often feel ashamed. Those that have never suffered from it think it's all a matter of "getting a grip". Here for the first time is a book written by a psychiatrist which offers a full understanding of the condition and practical, tried and tested techniques to help overcome it. Whether for you, or someone close to you who suffers, Defeat depression will prove invaluable. Sabina reveals:
• The importance of a good night's sleep
• How to raise your self-esteem
• Ten foods for good moods
• The pills and potions to avoid and those that work • Who can help you beat the blues
• Nature's best anti-depressants
• How self-help and group therapy can work for you

With the 52 Brilliant Ideas series readers can enhance their existing skills with negligible investment of time or money and will substantially improve their performance over the course of a year. Each of the 52 chapters tackles a single aspect of the subject in an entertaining and lively way. At the end of each chapter is a "how did it go?" feature which allows readers to reflect on the lesson in a classical experiential learning pattern. The tone of each book is personal and informal; readers will feel as thought they are having a one-to-one with their favourite coach.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #349916 in Books
• Published on: 2005-04-15
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

Synopsis
"It is reckoned that up to 2.6 million adults in the UK alone suffer from depression, and that it costs the economy in the region of GBP9 billion pounds per annum both in treatment and in lost work days. And yet, most people don't really understand what depression is, what the difference between depression and 'feeling a little blue' or what the symptoms are. This is a subject I'm absolutely passionate about. When I was a medical student, I became depressed and ended up in hospital myself. I learned a lot and have tried all the ideas in this book, can vouch for them and have seen them work for many of my patients." Dr Sabina Dosani. Depression is greatly misunderstood. Those that admit to suffering from it very often feel ashamed. Those that have never suffered from it think it's all a matter of "getting a grip". Here for the first time is a book written by a psychiatrist, which offers a full understanding of the condition and practical, tried and tested techniques to help overcome it. Whether for you, or someone close to you who suffers, "Defeat Depression" will prove invaluable.

With the "52 Brilliant Ideas" series readers can enhance their existing skills with negligible investment of time or money and will substantially improve their performance over the course of a year. Each of the 52 chapters tackles a single aspect of the subject in an entertaining and lively way. At the end of each chapter is a "how did it go? " feature which allows readers to reflect on the lesson in a classical experiential learning pattern. The tone of each book is personal and informal; readers will feel as thought they are having a one-to-one with their favourite coach.

From the Inside Flap
Depression is greatly misunderstood. Those who admit to suffering from it very often feel ashamed. Those who have never suffered from it think its all a matter of "getting a grip". Here are 52 inspirational ideas, written by a psychiatrist who has had to deal with her own traumas from depression as a young adult. Defeat depression offers a real insight into the condition with practical, tried and tested techniques to help people overcome overwhelming feelings of despair or melancholy. Whether for you, or someone close to you who suffers, this book wil prove invaluable.

About the Author
Dr Sabina Dosani is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at the Maudsley Hospital, London. She has training and experience helping adults and young people overcome a range of psychiatric problems. She's co- author of Raise pre-teens (1904902-05-7) and Re-energise your relationships (1-904902-13-8) both in the 52 Brilliant Ideas series.