The International Encyclopedia of Depression

There is no more central topic to mental health professionals than depression. In the last 20 years, theory and research in depression has grown rapidly. The wealth of information now available on depression is enormous, but has not been summarized into a comprehensive encyclopedia until now. Entries include: Behavioral Treatment Cognitive theories Cognitive therapy Epidemiology Heredity Personality Disorders Double Depression Prevention In summarizing the vast amount of information on depression, The International Encyclopedia of Depression serves as an important resource for researchers, patients, students, and educated laypeople. This book presents holistic, interdisciplinary coverage of an important but misunderstood medical disorder.