You Can Beat Depression: A Guide to Prevention and RecoveryHere's a revised and updated edition of the most readable book on depression. Folks who are feeling really depressed often don't feel much like reading, but You Can Beat Depressionis a very reader-friendly self-help guide. This important resource has been recognized by the National Institute of Mental Health D/ART program and the National Mental Health Association. Readers will find all-new information on bipolar disorder diagnosis and treatment, along with helpful material on prevention of depression, prevention of relapse after treatment, brief therapy interventions, exercise and other non-medical approaches, the Prozac controversy, and much more. Includes an up-to-date consumer guide to medications. Its comprehensive approach to self-assessment carefully guides readers to figure out when and how they can help themselves, when they need to seek professional treatment, and what to expect along the way. |
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... side effect profile . Side effects vary from drug - to - drug ; however , the most common side effects are : • Nausea , intestinal gas , diarrhea • Anxiety ( most antidepressants significantly reduce anxiety over time , however , some ...
... side effect profile . Side effects vary from drug - to - drug ; however , the most common side effects are : • Nausea , intestinal gas , diarrhea • Anxiety ( most antidepressants significantly reduce anxiety over time , however , some ...
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... side effects than one would if taking vitamins . Don't let one unpleasant experience with one medication stop you from getting the help you deserve . You absolutely have the right to discuss any side effect problems with the treating ...
... side effects than one would if taking vitamins . Don't let one unpleasant experience with one medication stop you from getting the help you deserve . You absolutely have the right to discuss any side effect problems with the treating ...
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... side effects and interactions with other substances or medications you may be taking -including alcohol . 3. Assure ... side . 4. It is always important that both patient and doctor monitor reactions and side effects very carefully to be ...
... side effects and interactions with other substances or medications you may be taking -including alcohol . 3. Assure ... side . 4. It is always important that both patient and doctor monitor reactions and side effects very carefully to be ...
Contents
Understanding Depression | 1 |
What Causes Depression? Biological Factors | 7 |
More SelfHelp Approaches | 83 |
Copyright | |
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