Depression and Bipolar Disorders |
| At some point in life, one out of every five people – twice as
many women as men – suffers from a depressive disorder. These disorders
are true medical illnesses, yet over half the cases are never diagnosed, let
alone treated. Instead, they are confused with the normal "blues" we all get
from time to time. Someone who urgently needs medical help may be shrugged off,
told to "cheer up" and "try harder." Here’s the reality: depressive disorders are second only to coronary artery disease as a cause of death and disability. They play a role in 54 percent of all suicides. They are caused partly by hereditary factors, and they involve distinct changes in body chemistry. Every year, our understanding of depressive disorders grows, and our treatment options get better – and treatment saves lives. In Depression and Bipolar Disorders, Dr. Virginia Edwards describes the difference between normal "low moods" and depressive disorders. Dr. Edwards explores the causes, symptoms and treatments of depression. She also explains how depression affects the brain, and how its effects can be reversed, and offers practical self-help suggestions. |
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Endorsed by the Canadian Medical Association, Depression and Bipolar Disorders also features case studies and a valuable resource list. Written by Dr. Virginia Edwards. Published by Key Porter Books Ltd., 2002. |
| Catalogue No. | 1-55263-417-5 |
| Price | $ 19.95 |
| Format | Softcover |
| Pages | 168 |
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