Ending the Depression Cycle

by Bieling, Peter J., Ph.D.; Anthony, Martin M., Ph.D.; Beck, Arron, T., M.D.; Antony, Martin M.

• ISBN13: 9781572243330
• ISBN10: 1572243333
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-09-01
• Publisher: New Harbinger Pubns Inc

Summary

More than half of those who recover from depression will suffer a relapse within three years. This book helps readers beat these repeating cycles. It includes self-assessment tools, engaging exercises, and practical advice about antidepressant medication and psychotherapy. Readers will come away with everyday strategies for thinking realistically, having fun, and being physically well.

Author Biography

Peter J. Bieling, Ph.D., is a practicing psychologist as well as Manager for Mood and Anxiety Services at St. Joseph's Healthcare in Hamilton, Ontario. He is also an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University in Hamilton Martin M. Antony, Ph.D., is the Chief Psychologist and Director of the Anxiety Treatment Research Centre at St. Joseph's Healthcare in Hamilton, Ontario. An Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University in Hamilton, he is also the author of nine books

Table of Contents

Foreword	ix
Acknowledgments	xi
Preface	xiii
What Is Depression and How Can It Be Overcome?	1	(14)
What Is Depression?
Who Gets Depressed?
Causes of Depression
Effective Treatments for Depression
Staying Free of Depression
Summary
The Nature of Relapse in Depression	15	(12)
Depression As an ``Episodic'' Illness
Defining Relapse and Related Terms
The Conventional Wisdom on Relapse
Summary
Understanding Where You've Been and Where You Can Go Next	27	(14)
Differentiating between a Sad Mood and a Relapse
Creating a Comprehensive Wellness Plan
Developing a Wellness Plan with This Book
Summary
Using Medications to Stay Well	41	(24)
Advantages and Disadvantages of Taking Medications for Depression
Stages of Medication Treatment
An Overview of Medications That Work for Depression
When a Particular Medication
Doesn't Work
Natural and Herbal Treatments for Depression
Choosing between Antidepressant Medications
Combining Medications with Other Treatments
Using Medications to Stay Well
Your Medication History
Summary
Maintenance Psychotherapy to Stay Well	65	(14)
Does Maintenance Psychotherapy Help Prevent Relapse?
Finding a Therapist
Structuring Maintenance Psychotherapy
Maintenance Motivation
Summary
Realistic Thinking Each and Every Day	79	(26)
The Thinking Approach to Depression
The Thought Worksheet
Going beyond Thoughts: Understanding Beliefs
Summary
Having Fun and Living Healthy	105	(18)
Behavioral Activation and Relapse Prevention
Defining Satisfaction
Essential Daily Routines: Sleep and Exercise
Summary
Mindfulness Meditation for Preventing Relapse	123	(16)
Learning Mindfulness
Summary
Better Coping during Stressful Times	139	(24)
The Stress-Depression Connection
Coping and Problem Solving
Summary
Depression and Other Health Issues: Anxiety Disorders, Alcohol Use, Chronic Pain, and Other Medical Issues	163	(14)
Beating Anxiety and Depression
Alcohol Abuse and Depression
Chronic Pain and Depression: Breaking the Cycle
Other Medical Illnesses and Depression: Staying Well in All Ways
Summary
You Don't Need to Be Perfect: Changing Perfectionism and Self-Criticism	177	(14)
What Is Perfectionism?
Costs and Benefits of Perfectionism and Self-Criticism
Perfectionism and Thinking
Perfectionism and Behavior
A Perfectionism Self-Assessment
How to Overcome Perfectionism and Self-Criticism Once and for All
Strategies for Long-Term Change
Summary
Dealing with Dependency	191	(22)
Defining Dependency
Dependency and Depression
How Did I Get This Way?
Use Your New Understanding to Work on an Alternative Core Motivation
Summary
Developing Healthy Intimate Relationships	213	(14)
The Impact of Depression on Relationships
Developing Healthy Interpersonal Relationships
Summary
Vital Involvement in Life	227	(14)
Self-Actualization: An Ideal State of Living
Flow
Hardiness
Values
Meaning
Summary
Appendix Additional Resources	241	(6)
Recommended Readings for Consumers
Recommended Readings for Professionals
Where to Get Help
References	247	(12)
About the Authors	259