Beat depression

Author: Triech et al
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: There are 340 million people with depression worldwide, with an incidence rate of 3.1%. Research shows that approximately one in every 10 men and one in every 5 women will experience clinical depression at some point in their lives. Anyone, regardless of age, wealth, gender, can be affected by depression. This book is for those who have felt down for days, weeks, or even years, helping them recognize the signs and symptoms of clinical depression, providing them with effective treatment information, and enabling them to end their suffering and achieve lasting recovery. Depression is a common mental illness that severely harms human physical and mental health, primarily characterized by persistent low mood, loss of interest, slowed thinking, reduced will and behavior, and in severe cases, suicidal thoughts and actions. Some depressed individuals may also experience hallucinations and delusions. This is a popular science book that provides a wealth of practical information about depression, co-authored by three renowned researchers and physicians in the field of depression in the United States. It brings hope to patients with depression and their families and friends in overcoming the illness.