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Why is depression one of the most pervasive of all mental health complaints? What makes the lethargy, mental rumination, loss of concentration, unassuageable negativity, and feelings of inadequacy so stubbornly resistant to treatment and so hard to shake off? What can you do to alleviate your symptoms and move in the direction of full recovery?
In order to answer these questions, Margaret Wehrenberg explains, you must first understand your brain. Drawing on cutting-edge neuroscience research presented in a reader-friendly way, Wehrenberg skillfully describes what happens in the brain of a depression sufferer and what specific techniques can be used to alter brain activity and control its range of disabling symptoms. Containing practical, take-charge tips from a seasoned clinician, this book presents the ten most effective strategies for moving from lethargy into action, taking charge of your brain, and breaking free from depression to find hope and happiness.
Author Notes
Margaret Wehrenberg , PsyD, is a licensed psychologist in private practice, a popular public speaker, and international anxiety coach. She is the author of numerous books, including The 10 Best-Ever Anxiety Management Techniques. She lives in Naperville, IL.
Reviews (2)
Booklist Review
People suffering from clinical depression and who feel that they are to blame for their debility may take comfort in psychologist Wehrenberg's deconstruction of the depressed brain. In language that is unavoidably technically complicated on occasion, she explains how the intricate workings of the physical brain affect the emotions, not only causing and sustaining depression, but reinforcing it as well. She also describes how the different types of prescription medications work on the brain's chemical processes to help alleviate depression's symptoms. As a practicing psychologist, Wehrenberg additionally promotes the added benefit of talk therapy. But recognizing that not everyone has means to access a licensed therapist, she offers some of her own tried-and-true methods for self-help. Appendixes include additional reading plus a number of charts, questionnaires, and graphs to guide readers in their recovery efforts. In steps that are both clear and scaled for easily attainable victories, Wehrenberg extends a hand to those without the recourse of clinical therapy.--Chavez, Donna Copyright 2010 Booklist
Library Journal Review
Using the "ten best ever" outline featured in her previous works on anxiety and stress, clinical psychologist Wehrenberg offers suggestions for managing depression that are easy to understand and implement. Describing brain functions using research from neuroscience, she explains how medication and cognitive therapy change the way the brain controls depression. Wehrenberg identifies three types of depression, shows how to recognize triggering thoughts and events, and gives strategies for managing and controlling symptoms. Acknowledging that there is no standard formula for controlling depression, she urges readers to try techniques and indicates when professional intervention may be needed. Guidelines are given for checking destructive behavior, managing stress (especially stress associated with technology), reframing negative thoughts, and ending isolation. Emphasis throughout is on developing a positive worldview. Work sheets and resources are included in appendixes. VERDICT Wehrenberg offers excellent step-by-step suggestions for people suffering from depression who want to make changes in their lives.-Lucille M. Boone, San Jose P.L., CA (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Table of Contents
| Acknowledgments | p. ix |
| Introduction: What You Can Do About Your Depressed Brain | p. 1 |
| 1 How Your Brain Makes You Depressed | p. 10 |
| 2 Managing the Depressed Brain With Medication | p. 35 |
| 3 Technique #1: Identify Triggers, Plan New Responses | p. 47 |
| 4 Technique #2: Start Where You Already Are | p. 73 |
| 5 Technique #3: Cool Down Burnout | p. 86 |
| 6 Technique #4: Mobilize Your Energy | p. 116 |
| 7 Technique #5: End Isolation | p. 138 |
| 8 Technique #6: Balance Your Life | p. 159 |
| 9 Technique #7: Prevent Destructive Behavior | p. 181 |
| 10 Technique #8: Broaden Your Perspective | p. 202 |
| 11 Technique #9: Increase Flexibility | p. 224 |
| 12 Technique #10: Learn to Live Fully | p. 247 |
| Appendices | p. 261 |
| Recommended Reading & Resources | p. 275 |
| References | p. 283 |
| Index | p. 289 |
