Coming Through Depression

by Tony Bates

While intended primarily as a guide to recovery for anyone who is experiencing depression, this book is also written with the relatives and friends of that person in mind, hoping they can make sense of what can be a difficult experience to grasp from the ‘outside’. Understanding the journey through depression by all who are affected can act as a bridge between people who feel isolated by depression and those who care about them. ’This book shows you the practical steps you can take to lift your mood; helps you listen to what depression may be trying to teach you about your life; and gives you a way to be with yourself when you feel most vulnerable. It is possible for any human being to lose their way, but it is equally possible for any human being to find their way. I hope this book supports and strengthens your recovery by showing that you have the inner strength to come through depression.’ Tony Bates.

160 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 2011

Reviews

[Peter Donovan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Insightful case studies wrought in part from Tony Bates' many years experience as a psychologist. A helpful guide to the history and various schools of thought surrounding the illness.

[Zehra (taylor’s version) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finished in a day. At the start of the book I got sad . Sad. Sad. As one does. By the end I felt liberated and light. The writing is amazing I enjoyed it soo much.

[Wallace · Rating 4 out of 5]

As a 'primer'on depression, its causes and cures it was very insightful. The slow, practical and case study style is very comforting to anyone who is in the middle of a depression and it is non-invasive and non-demanding.

Would recommend this book to all!

[Book Bunny · Rating 2 out of 5]

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[Lea Adcock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good, very insightful. Changed my way of thinking

[Sarah Jean · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent introduction to the topic for people who want to understand what a loved one is going through.