Walk out of Depression -- Mental Health Rehabilitation Guide for the Elderly

Author: Mark Miller, III Charles Reynolds
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: "I have suffered from depression. In my opinion, this is a comprehensive, detailed, reliable, and extremely useful book. It is easy to understand. I greatly appreciate the book written by Dr. Miller and Dr. Reynolds." — Mike Wallace, veteran reporter of CBS "60 Minutes" "In this book, the pioneers in diagnosing and treating depression in the elderly, Dr. Mark Miller and Dr. Charles Reynolds, provide the newest information currently available on this important topic. Through their significant work, we have a deeper understanding of the disease, and they have also introduced us to much knowledge in this field." — Barry Lebowitz, Ph.D., National Institute of Mental Health
Caring for your parents and paying attention to their mental health can help maintain both physical and mental well-being throughout life. Depression is a serious and highly prevalent disease. For many years, due to limited awareness and the hidden nature of the illness when it occurs, people often overlook it. This is especially true for the elderly who are burdened by the disease. This book addresses the specific physical and psychological conditions of the elderly, which differ from other populations, and elaborates on the internationally most advanced methods for identifying, treating, and preventing depression in the elderly from various perspectives. The authors are among the most authoritative experts in elderly mental health research in the United States today. The content is both in-depth and accessible, with detailed case studies and multiple self-assessment tools, making it a highly practical and valuable guide for general readers and mental health professionals.