Psychology Mood Disorders

Is depression a persistent low mood, or is it a range of symptoms? Can it be expressed through a single diagnosis, or does depression actually refer to a diversity of mental disorders? Is there, or will there ever be, a cure? In seeking the answers to these questions, Riley finds a rich history of ideas and treatments - and takes the reader on a gripping narrative journey, packed with fascinating stories like the junior doctor who discovered that some of the first antidepressants had a deadly reaction with cheese.

Why do we think, feel, and act in ways we wish we did not? For decades, New York Times best-selling author Dr. David A. Kessler has studied this question with regard to tobacco, food, and drugs. Over the course of these investigations, he identified one underlying mechanism common to a broad range of human suffering. This phenomenon - capture - is the process by which our attention is hijacked and our brains commandeered by forces outside our control.

Tina Valentine has it all: the loving family, the beautiful house, the successful career. But then Megan Pearson starts work at Tina’s law firm, and the perfect world Tina has built for herself starts to collapse, as it becomes clear that the newcomer is intent on infiltrating every aspect of her life. Something is obviously wrong with Megan, but nobody else seems to see it. As the mind games and manipulations continue, Tina comes to the sickening conclusion that now she’s opened the door to Megan, it’s going to be impossible to make her leave....

Embark on a self-discovery journey with R.J. Miller's 2-in-1 simplistic approach to DBT and CBT, blending his initial works, "What The Heck is DBT" and "What the Heck is CBT." This workbook goes beyond the typical DBT/CBT skills guides; it is a comprehensive narrative that delves into personal experiences, evoking a range of emotions while empowering you to thrive.

If you suffer from depression you are far from alone. Depression is very common, affecting over 300 million people around the world. Written by Professor Paul Gilbert, internationally recognised for his work on depression, this highly acclaimed self-help book has been of benefit to thousands of people including sufferers, their friends and families and those working in the medical profession.

Stanford-trained psychiatrist David Carreon, MD, reveals what it takes to move from nagging disappointment, dissatisfaction, or depression to a life of thriving. One of the pioneers of the use of an intense form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) in severely depressed patients, Dr. Carreon was astonished by how quickly and dramatically most of them recovered. But he also saw very clearly that just eliminating the symptoms of depression wasn't enough. To live a truly fulfilling life, his patients needed to leave old habits behind and embrace the patterns of flourishing.

More than 30 years ago, Dr. Ronald R. Fieve gained national recognition for his pioneering treatment of what was then known as "manic-depression". Since then, he has focused on patients with mild bipolarity, also known as Bipolar II. With the right treatment, these patients can turn their illness into an asset. In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Fieve presents a highly successful program that allows Bipolar II patients to harness the creativity and energy of their hypomanic "highs" while minimizing the potentially devastating "lows" of depression.

Are you tired of feeling trapped in the grip of depression and anxiety? Do you long for a way to break free from the cycle of stress, fear, and anger that seems to control your life? "Healing from Depression and Anxiety" is not just another self-help book—it's a lifeline, a compass, and a trusted companion on your journey to mental wellness.

Panic anxiety is the number one mental health problem for women and second only to drug abuse among men. Synthetic tranquilizers can alleviate the symptoms of anxiety illnesses. However, in order to achieve lasting emotional tranquility, a significant lifestyle change must be made. The Anxiety Cure provides proven, natural strategies for overcoming panic disorder and finding an emotional balance in today's fast-paced world.

Mood swings are a common, almost universal experience - especially in a world as full of unpredictable, uncontrollable changes and chances as ours. People know they have good and bad moods, but most have never thought of them as an emotional elevator they ride, nor have any influence over. Perhaps they've even tried to suppress their moods, and refuse to acknowledge the ride at all.

This audiobook offers guidance for dealing with this common and frustrating form of behavior. Many people often say "yes" to something when they'd rather say "no." They offer cooperation through words but follow up with how they really feel - in actions that contradict their words. That's passive-aggression. At its heart, passive-aggression is about being untrue to oneself, which makes it impossible to have a clean relationship with others.

الاكتئاب..ذلك الشبح الذي يُلاحقك ويُلقي بظلاله عليك فلا تملك أمامه سوى الاستسلام أو المقاومة حتى الرمق الأخير فالتخلّص من الاكتئاب أمرٌ تسعى له دائمًا بالرغم من أنك قد تعتقد أن لا حيلة لكَ في مواجهته فتسقط فريسة للإحباط و اليأس، و لكن في الحقيقة أنت لست عاجزاً على الإطلاق فهناك عدة طرق للعلاج وأحدثها الطريقة التي يطرحها هذا الكتاب.

Do you or does a loved one have bipolar disorder? If so, The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide may be the all-in-one audiobook for which you have been searching.

Do you feel that your moods and feelings are out of control? Do you unintentionally hurt your loved ones with your unpredictable behavior? Do you, sometimes, make regrettable decisions because you're blinded by your emotions? Uncontrollable mood swings and erratic behaviors don't make you a bad person. Most probably, you simply need to take care of your mental health. And, last but not least, you're not alone.

It's Not You. It's the World. has descriptive copy which is not yet available from the Publisher.

What if you could decode the mystery of your teenager's anxiety and equip them with the tools to thrive, even amidst mental health challenges? Raising a teenager in today's world has never been more challenging. Are you struggling to navigate through your teenager's mood swings or lack of motivation? You're not alone. It's estimated that nearly 20% of teenagers today struggle with anxiety and depression. But the reality of mental health is not trending hashtags or viral challenges.

Women are as prone to ADHD as men, and the struggle with the symptoms is unending. Women are more prone to emotional imbalance, and ADHD worsens it. The good news is you can overcome your most frustrating symptoms of ADHD with more tailored assistance. Using this workbook, you can make your life more organized and successful by keeping the move-forward momentum and removing every obstacle that ADHD causes on your way to your best self.

In these best-selling guides, recently updated for 2025, Sarah Harrogate and Sarah Wright hand you the blueprint to becoming anxiety-free. No more panic attacks, no more anxious feelings, no more avoidance, no more fear. A fresh start! No useless medical jargon, no endless exercises, just fast proven techniques that are practical and easy to implement into your life from day one. Anxiety can be abolished and happiness increased. Restart your life today.

This practical audiobook will help you to know when to trust and when not to trust, how to develop your intuition to stay safe when there is real danger, how to deal with worry and change in light of an uncertain future and, most importantly, to be in the here and now, living your life to the fullest.

“Pat, we need to kill the dog.” When a sudden mental illness struck his wife, Patrick Dylan found himself living with an eerie stranger. Scared and unprepared, he began a desperate battle to protect her from a mysterious disease, shelter their children from her bizarre behavior, and recover the woman he loved. Within weeks, she had been admitted to the emergency room, the hospital, and the local crisis facility, but none of the experts could provide an answer. As her illness eluded diagnosis, the family’s struggle was only beginning.