Kirjahaku

Depression affects people of all social classes, racial groups, and at all ages. 121 million people worldwide currently suffer from depression (World Health Organisation). In Britain alone, one adult in twenty is depressed at any one time.

Depression in children is recognised as a major health problem, both in the UK and internationally. This book helps to deal with this problem in a friendly and practical way. It offers explanations of what depression is and how kids get depressed, along with practical advice on managing the symptoms and nurturing the child.

Lying on the beach with the sand between your toes, you feel relaxed, happy and contented, far from the stresses and strains of everyday life. But what if you could capture that elusive holiday feeling all year round? This book argues that you don't need to jet off to some far-flung location to enjoy that 'glad to be alive' feeling.

Alexandra Massey distils the essence of Positive Psychology, an approach which emphasises what's right about us rather than what's wrong, and combines it with an emphasis on the importance of acceptance of who we are in order to stop harmful self blaming. The book is both authoritative and empathetic - the author knows how you feel now and she also knows how you can feel better, sooner. Beat Depression Fast provides a ten-step programme the reader can follow in an easy, straightforward sequence that builds on their skills and strengths. The ten steps include: Acceptance Managing your emotions Using the power of your mind to better manage your mood Focusing on the here and now Bodywork - including diet, exercise and relaxation Healing the inner child Recognising your stumbling blocks Learning the importance of self-forgiveness