LIVING WITH DEPRESSION
Why Biology and Biography Matter along the Path to Hope and Healing
by Dr Deborah Serani
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Pub Date Oct 01 2012 | Archive Date Apr 18 2013
Description
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.
Dr. Deborah Serani is a psychologist in private practice in New York. She has appeared as an expert on various media outlets including MSNBC.com, MedScape.com, ABC News, All You magazine, Newsday, Baby Talk magazine, Chicago Sun-Times, USAToday.com, Wall Street Journal Health Blog, Washington Post Health Blog, HealthCentral.com, and many more. She has also published articles in academic journals.
Advance Praise
An extremely well-written exploration of the illness....This resource-rich guidebook outlines the forms of depression, covers various treatments, offers guidance on choosing a therapist, and helps readers navigate health-care challenges like insurance reimbursement. Serani begins on a very personal note, relating her own struggles with depression and thoughts of suicide, followed by a decades-long search for the right treatment. Her frustration is likely to resonate with others who feel that depression is controlling their lives, and the subsequent chapters on how to live with the illness are likely to provide comfort and empowerment. - FOREWORD Magazine
This book is a rare find. Living with Depression: Why Biology and Biography Matter along the Path to Hope and Healing manages to explain depression in terms of human biology and experience without downplaying either aspect....Not only does Living with Depression give a truly holistic view of depression and its treatments, it gives it in an easily understandable format....Perhaps most impressive is how the author has also included a section on how to find a therapist, doctor, and alternative treatment—often the biggest hurdle for people seeking treatment. She also describes how to find affordable medication and tips on communicating with insurance companies. These issues are often omitted from books, so while readers may end up understanding their illness, they have no idea what to do about it....Living with Depression is not a medical or psychological treatise, it is perhaps something better: an easy, comprehensive explanation of depression and how to get help. - N.A.M.I. ADVOCATE
Psychologist Serani shares her own experience and related research in an effort to help all those suffering from depression to understand the disease and negotiate the labyrinth of health-care options and stigma attached to depression. She advocates knowing one's triggers, avoiding toxic people, staying connected with support systems, and making a plan to thwart suicide attempts. Serani offers validity and help to those who suffer from mood disorders but feel ashamed or don't know where to turn for help. This is a valuable resource with the potential to save lives. - LIBRARY JOURNAL
Marketing Plan
Author tour to selected lectures and conferences
Outreach to national media for interviews and expert commentary
Reviews in mainstream and health publications
Direct mail campaign to libraries and institutions
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781442224018 |
| PRICE | $17.95 (USD) |
