2007-01-23 06:25:57 · 20 answers · asked by lister_larger 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell is particularly uplifting.
2007-01-23 06:34:03 · answer #1 · answered by crabskulls 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depression can be very isolating because people don't seem to understand what it's really like and people who have never been depressed, are far too quick to give advice that is, in my humble opinion - not helpful.
The best book I have read on depression is "A Day Called Hope" by Gareth O'Callaghan.
It helped to see what the illness was like for someone else, who had experienced depression and found a way to overcome it.
2007-01-26 21:53:49 · answer #2 · answered by Colette 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a mental illness, and I've been in recovery for over five years, now. During that period, I have spent quite a bit of time volunteering for various mental health organizations, going to support groups, etc. A lot of the suggestions I see above are good books, but I don't think they really give practical advice on how to go about the process of recovering from a mental illness. I don't know, if you've ever heard of it, but Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is one of the biggest breakthroughs in the field of mental health. I used it with my therapist to conquer a lot of things, mainly paranoia. I have heard from many places that the best book on the subject is called "Feeling Good" by David D. Burns M.D. It shows you how to use CBT to improve your life, and as you might guess by the title, the book focuses on depression. There is also a "Feeling Good Handbook" by the same author. These books have sold millions of copies, and they have been recommended to me by both consumers and my therapist (though I must confess, I have never read them). Good Luck!
2007-01-23 07:20:18 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont, but I will offer you this thought:
The ability to learn to think and view things in a positive manner will help you rise above many situations. Positive mental attitude is my first and foremost tool in the battle of depression and mood swings.
I wish you all the luck in the world, sincerely. I have been there and I can relate.
2007-01-23 07:15:04 · answer #4 · answered by Noone i 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Battling and controlling aren't recommended. Allow the mood to be. Accept the feeling, and experience 100% whatever it is... that usually transcends the mood.
2007-01-23 07:26:22 · answer #5 · answered by unseen_force_22 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Dorothy Rowes books will help. I'm reading one of her books at the mo, called 'Breaking the bonds understanding depression, finding freedom'. PS Be your own best friend.
2007-01-23 09:04:01 · answer #6 · answered by meko76 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try the bible, especially the Job, where he goes and talks to a doctor about how diet, and exercise can effect moods/depression.
2007-01-23 06:30:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are very good books out there authored by one of the leading experts on this issue. His name is Dr. Abraham J. Twerski and his books can be found on www.amazon.com.
2007-01-23 06:33:06 · answer #8 · answered by sam k 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try eating healthy and getting exercise. Also taking vitamin B-6 is a good natural way to fight depression.
2007-01-23 06:33:05 · answer #9 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not books but SPORT!!!!!! Do some activities.. DANCE, RUN, PLAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Its the best medicine... do u know why more people suffer from deppression..?cos they don't move..!It's not in human nature just to sit at work and get a tube everywhere u go! In a week ull feel like a new person!
2007-01-23 06:31:01 · answer #10 · answered by Elizabeth 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋