The Overcoming self-help guides use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to treat disorders by changing unhelpful patterns of behavior and thought. CBT is internationally favored as a practical means of overcoming long-standing and disabling conditions, both psychological and physical.<p>This fully revised third edition has been extensively updated and rewritten to reflect over ten years of new research on understanding and treating depression, particularly the importance of developing compassionate ways of thinking, behaving and feeling. <i>Overcoming Depression</i> outlines Paul Gilbert’s compassionate approach to a very common disorder. One of the world’s leading psychologists, Gilbert outlines a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-based program which contains user-friendly step-by-step suggestions, case studies, and practical ideas to help sufferers of depression take control of their lives. Including two new chapters and guided exercises that counteract negative thoughts and feelings,<i>Overcoming Depression</i> teaches readers how to develop the compassionate attention and behavior needed to conquer their illness.</p><p>Accessible and practical,<i>Overcoming Depression</i> is a must-have manual for people who are depressed, and is also a great resource to their friends and families, psychologists, and those working in the medical profession.</p><ul><li>Explains the causes of depression and why it is such a common disorder</li><li>Uses a step-by-step approach based on CBT techniques for relief</li><li>Includes material on all types of depression</li><li>Describes how the mind and body can interact to provoke depression</li><li>Considers related issues such as shame, anger, perfectionism, and guilt </li></ul>
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<b>Paul Gilbert</b> is Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Derby and Director of the Mental Health Research Unit at the Derbyshire Mental Health Trust. He is a visiting professor at the University of Fribourg and the University of Coimbra. He is the author of several books including<i>The Compassionate Mind</i>. He lives in Derby, UK.<b><BR></b>
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By Phil_N
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An incredibly valuable book that made a huge impact with my recovery over the past year. It's very easy to read and is written in a way that's friendly and understanding. The book does an amazing job with explaining depression and describing the importance of understanding it. This was useful to remove the self-blame, shame and frustrations that usually accompanies depression. I approached this book as if I was getting the most important lessons in my life and I've walked away with a lot of life changing knowledge. The book is full of scientific references that back up what was written which was helpful when I was skeptical. Reading through this book you will learn many ways of helping yourself and being compassionate to who needs it the most: You. For those who are struggling I hope this book will help you as much as it did for me.
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This is not a self-help book for anyone in the depths of depression. Written in a British clinical manner, the book gives an overview for the layman of different types of depression. There are basic Cognitive Behaviour Therapy recommendations for journalling and intervention techniques and of course for seeking professional help. One comes away with a sense that the book is more useful for people who are on the outside of depression, such as friends and family.
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Don't just complain in your diary. Use it to help you recover!
Sep 30 2009
By Nicholas Woebcke
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I am surprised that this fantastic book has only 1 review. I just found it when I was wandering among the bookshelves in a local book store. As a patient living with depression I am not unfamiliar with cognitive behavioral therapy. I tried it for a while to deal with my anxiety but the book I was using back then was a bit too academic, although Overcoming Depression does use some of the same terminology and techniques.
I think one of the worst parts of depression is the shame associated with admitting that you have something wrong with your thought patterns. Ironically, this kind of thinking spirals in on itself and makes your depression worse. I was grateful to the author for pointing out that animals in captivity can also become depressed for many of the same reasons as humans. He points out the biological and evolutionary causes of depression and offers a very convincing approach to untying the Gordion knot of emotions that come with depression. He mentions self-compassion and a whole body (psycho-bio-social) approach to dealing with your depressive mindset.
Of course not everyone relates to the same author the same way and it could just be that my depression fits his therapy better than other authors. But I can say that I found his writing style to be "highly accessible...very readable and extraordinarily useful" as it says on the jacket cover. Using this book with a good therapist and with or without drugs, I think should help a number of people pull themselves out of the quagmire that is depression.
I think one of the worst parts of depression is the shame associated with admitting that you have something wrong with your thought patterns. Ironically, this kind of thinking spirals in on itself and makes your depression worse. I was grateful to the author for pointing out that animals in captivity can also become depressed for many of the same reasons as humans. He points out the biological and evolutionary causes of depression and offers a very convincing approach to untying the Gordion knot of emotions that come with depression. He mentions self-compassion and a whole body (psycho-bio-social) approach to dealing with your depressive mindset.
Of course not everyone relates to the same author the same way and it could just be that my depression fits his therapy better than other authors. But I can say that I found his writing style to be "highly accessible...very readable and extraordinarily useful" as it says on the jacket cover. Using this book with a good therapist and with or without drugs, I think should help a number of people pull themselves out of the quagmire that is depression.
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compassionate and intelligent
July 15 1999
By A Customer
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I must have looked through dozens of books when I was first diagnosed with depression. This one is absolutely the best. Insightful and caring without being swarmy or condescending (why do so many authors treat people with depression like they are children?). You'll see yourself in this book--I know I did.
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Escape from the rut
April 3 2013
By Mr. Kevin Kearney
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Tired of wasting your life trapped inside your anxieties. Look no further than this excellent programme to restart your life. It will be difficult in parts but be courageous & you will be rewarded. A book to be read & re-read as needed to hard wire the healing principles, clearly & easily accessible. Say goodbye to depression & welcome in the light.
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