Understanding Depression (Psychology Briefs)
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ISBN: 1440842329 / Publisher: Praeger, February 2016
This guide to depression explains what it is; its symptoms; who can develop it; its causes; different types and manifestations; gender and life cycle issues; depression in special groups related to race, ethnicity, and sexual orientation; treatment using psychological therapies and medical and alternative methods; and the effectiveness of treatments. Annotation ©2016 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
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Straightforward and easy to read yet thorough and accurate, this book provides a complete overview of depression that describes the historical background of clinical depression, the various types of mood disorders, and their impact on the health and well-being of people and society.• Explains simply what depression is, what the causes are, what the symptoms look like, and what the best treatment options are• Provides up-to-date information based on current scholarly and clinical materials presented in a very clear and understandable presentation that is ideal for high school and undergraduate students as well as general readers
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