100 Questions & Answers About Depression For Dummies

1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-394-36873-0
Verlag: Wiley John + Sons

Buch, Englisch, 128 Seiten, Format (B × H): 135 mm x 206 mm, Gewicht: 113 g

Reihe: For Dummies

Everything You Want to Know About Depression: A Q&A Guide

If you or a loved one is experiencing depression, don't despair. 100 Questions & Answers About Depression For Dummies is your go-to guide for understanding what depression really is, why it happens, and what you can do about it. Learn about the types of depression, symptoms and causes, affordable treatment options, and small daily habits that can really help.

Designed to be straightforward, this book features short, easy-to-absorb sections that allow you to quickly find the information you need to support your health and well-being. Whether you prefer to read all the Q&As or jump to specific topics, this guide is structured to expand your knowledge efficiently.

Find answers to questions like:

- What are the early signs of depression?
- Can depression be caused by a chemical imbalance?
- How long does it take for antidepressants to work?
- What role does self-care play in managing depression?

100 Questions & Answers About Depression For Dummies is your trustworthy, stigma-free guide to this common mental health concern.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Smith, Laura L.

Fachgebiete

• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Medizinische Fachgebiete Psychiatrie, Sozialpsychiatrie, Suchttherapie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction 1

Part 1: Understanding Depression 3

Chapter 1: Understanding Depression 5

Chapter 2: The Biology of Depression 13

Chapter 3: The Root Causes of Depression 19

Chapter 4: Other Risk Factors 29

Part 2: The Symptoms and Side Effects of Depression 35

Chapter 5: Symptoms of Depression 37

Chapter 6: Physical and Behavioral Impacts of Depression 41

Chapter 7: Relationships and Social Impact 49

Part 3: Treating Depression 55

Chapter 8: Diagnosing Depression 57

Chapter 9: Treatment Options 65

Chapter 10: Therapeutic Approaches 73

Part 4: Living with Depression 79

Chapter 11: Depression through the Lifespan 81

Chapter 12: Daily Management Strategies 87

Chapter 13: Lifestyle Interventions for Depression 93

Chapter 14: Building a Support System 99

Index 105

Über Autor(innen)

Laura L. Smith, PhD, is a clinical psychologist who specializes in training mental health professionals in the treatment of adolescents and adults with personality disorders, as well as obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, anger, and depression.