Synopses & Reviews
Zetin, Hoepner, and Kurth explain the causes of depression, how to recognize and diagnose the different iterations of depression, and the wide variety of psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacological treatment options available. Even more important, they show patients how to best work with their clinicians and clinicians how to best help their patients. The book is liberally sprinkled with case discussions, which demystify the treatment protocols and show the various ways that clients respond to treatment. In this book, medical professionals have a go-to desk reference for their questions about depression, and consumers have a friendly, accessible introduction to an otherwise intimidating disorder.
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" is a marvelous book, written by three clinicians who clearly understand depression. They begin, continue and end with the patient, the subject expert on this vitiating illness. The authors know and show that we are all fellow students in mastering depression." Peptalk (Parenting Education Practitioners)
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"This book by Zetin and colleagues is terrific: a great combination of comprehensive information yet utterly accessible in a way that educates readers, whether they are mental health professionals or laypersons interested in learning more about depression. A fine addition to the literature about a common and destructive psychiatric disorder" Michael Gitlin, MD, Professor of Clinical Psychiatry, and Medical Director, Neuropsychiatric and Behavioral Health Services, Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
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"If you're concerned about depression in yourself, your family, or among your students or clients, you will indeed find this book a go-to guide. It's not dumbed-down, but it uses straightforward language and recognizes that many of us are unfamiliar with medical and psychiatric terminology." Linda Carlson
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"The work is comprehensive, easily accessible and a testimony to the rich clinical experience of the authors . . . The patient is helped to understand depression and be empowered in the treatment process." Journal of Analytical Psychology
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An up-to-the-minute handbook about this common problem.
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The unique aspects of and treatment options for bipolar depression and child and adolescent depression are examined in detail as well. In addition to providing a thorough review of the latest thinking about the neurological and biological origins of depression, the authors offer practical guidance on finding treatment, dealing with healthcare costs, understanding if your medication is working for you, and interacting with your doctor and therapist for maximum benefit.
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Here, both therapist and client will learn the causes of depression, how to recognize and diagnose the different iterations of depression, the wide variety of psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacological treatment options available, and how to get the most out of those treatments.
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Depression is one of the most common problems for people going to therapy. This book presents an overview of this condition, including its causes, methods of diagnosis and treatment, and suggestions for getting the most out of treatment. It pays particular attention to the benefits and drawbacks of medications to treat depression.
About the Author
Mark Zetin, MD, is in private practice. He lives in Orange County, California.Cara T. Hoepner, MS, RN, CNS, NP, is a psychiatric nurse practitioner and mental health advocate. She lives in San Francisco.Jennifer Kurth, DO, is a child and adolescent psychiatrist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. She lives in Chicago.