The Peace of Mind Prescription: An Authoritative Guide to Finding the Most Effective Treatment for Anxiety And Depression

by Charney, Dennis S.

• ISBN13: 9780618618798
• ISBN10: 0618618791
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-01-01
• Publisher: Mariner Books

Summary

The Ultimate Guide to Identifying, Treating, and Overcoming Depression and Anxiety Two world-renowned psychiatrists have created a comprehensive and empowering guide to the science and treatment of anxiety and depression. At the heart of their message is the idea that treatment can and must be tailored to the individual and that armed with the right information, patients can get the support they need from their health-care providers. Practical and authoritative, The Peace of Mind Prescription has been unanimously praised as a valuable resource that offers hope to millions of sufferers. "The Peace of Mind Prescription is an absolutely authoritative guide to the recognition and treatment of mood disorders by two of psychiatry's most distinguished researchers." -- Peter D. Kramer, author of Listening to Prozac "Distinguished academics though the authors are, their book is easy to read, and it dispels some of depression's ghastly mysteries . . . They also provide exhaustive evaluations of various drugs and therapies." -- Mike Wallace "The Peace of Mind Prescription is remarkable, immensely readable, informative, and even inspiring. Anyone who has been affected by depression or anxiety, or who has been close to someone who has, could find his or her life changed by this invaluable contribution." -- Kenneth Davis, M.D., Mount Sinai Medical Center Dennis S. Charney, M.D., is the Dean of Research and the Anne and Joel Ehrenkranz Professor in the departments of psychiatry, neuroscience, and pharmacology and biochemistry at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Charles B. Nemeroff, M.D., Ph.D., is the Reunette W. Harris Professor and chairman of the department of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Emory University's School of Medicine.

Author Biography

Dennis S. Charney, M.D., is the dean of research and the Anne and Joel Ehrenkranz Professor in the departments of psychiatry, neuroscience, and pharmacology and biochemistry at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine Charles B. Nemeroff, M.D., Ph.D., is the Reunette W. Harris Professor and chairman of the department of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Emory University's School of Medicine

Table of Contents

Introduction: Empowering People with Anxiety and Depression	1	(8)
PART I: THE POWER OF MOOD
1. Thieves of Happiness	9	(9)
2. Building Emotional Resilience	18	(13)
3. Mood and Physical Health	31	(14)
PART II: DIAGNOSING AND FINDING OPTIMAL TREATMENT FOR ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION
4. The World of Anxiety Disorders	45	(23)
5. Finding Optimal Relief from Anxiety Disorders	68	(30)
6. The World of Depression 8o
7. Finding Optimal Relief from Both Major and Low-Level Depression	98	(22)
8. Bipolar Disorder: Diagnosis and Optimal Treatment	120	(13)
9. Reducing the Risk of Suicide	133	(14)
PART III: ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION AMONG WOMEN, MEN, CHILDREN, AND OLDER ADULTS
10. Anxiety and Depression in Women	147	(9)
11. Anxiety and Depression in Men	156	(9)
12. Anxiety and Depression in Children and Teens	165	(26)
13. Anxiety and Depression in Older Adults	191	(10)
Appendix I: Complementary and Alternative Medicine	201	(3)
Appendix II: Making Sense of Health Information	204	(5)
Appendix III: Medications That Can Cause or Exacerbate Anxiety and Depression	209	(3)
Appendix IV: Finding Help	212	(5)
Appendix V: Who Does What?	217	(2)
Notes	219	(20)
Index	239