Breaking the Patterns of Depression

Twenty to thirty million Americans suffer from some form of diagnosable depression, and their ranks are growing. Psychologist Michael D. Yapko explains that in order to find relief, more than the current episode of depression must be examined. InBreaking the Patterns of Depression,he presents skills that enable readers to understand and ultimately avert depression's recurring cycles. Focusing on future prevention as well as initial treatment, the book includes over one hundred structured activities to help sufferers learn the skills necessary to become and remain depression-free. Breaking the Patterns of Depressionbegins by translating the clinical literature on psychotherapy and antidepressant medication into language that can be used to enhance an understanding of depression, and to personalize individual cures. Yapko uses a conversational, anecdotal tone that encourages readers to take an active approach to helping themselves. Special sections entitled "Learn by Doing" and "Shifting Perspectives" help develop the skills necessary to manage difficult experiences. Readers learn how to solve problems effectively, anticipate the likely consequences of their actions, think and act in a direct, goal-oriented fashion, balance different areas of their lives, and use self-knowledge to stay out of harmful situations. More realistic and helpful than other depression-management books on the market,Breaking the Patterns of Depressiondefines what causes depression and, best of all, clarifies what can be done about it. With this knowledge in hand, readers can control their depression, rather than having depression control them.

Michael D. Yapko, Ph.D. is the author of seven previous books on brief, directive psychotherapy. He is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Solana Beach, California, and is known nationally and internationally for his work on treating depression with active, brief therapy methods. Acknowledging his expertise, the Encyclopaedia Britannica commissioned Dr. Yapko to write sections on depression, clinical hypnosis, and the repressed memory controversy for their medical and health annuals. Dr. Yapko and his wife, Diane, enjoy traveling and hiking in their spare time. From the Hardcover edition.

A Note About Gender Usage
Foreword
Introduction
Author's Note: Getting Started
Depression: A Growing Problem in More Ways than One	p. 1
Less Analysis, More Action	p. 34
Dimensions and Symptoms of Depression	p. 63
Patterns of Depression	p. 96
Beyond One Day at a Time	p. 131
Life: It's All in the Interpretation	p. 158
How You Think and What You Think	p. 181
Guilt and Responsibility: Is It You? Or Isn't It?	p. 217
The Victim Mentality	p. 249
Boundaries, Boundaries, Boundaries	p. 271
Love That Hurts, Love That Heals: Relationships and Depression	p. 294
Navigating the Therapy World	p. 321
Getting On with Your Life	p. 333
A Complete List of the "Pause and Reflect" Exercises	p. 341
A Complete List of the "Learn by Doing" Exercises	p. 343
Audiotape Support	p. 345
Organizational Support	p. 346
Bibliography	p. 347
Index	p. 355
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