Depression is a mental health disorder that affects the lives of millions. Statistics from the World Health Organization show that about 121 million people worldwide are clinically depressed. The symptoms of depression go far beyond just feeling sad. It is a serious disorder that can make it difficult for sufferers to cope with daily life. At its worst, depression can lead to suicide. "Major depression affects more than 5 percent of teens and is linked with suicide, substance abuse and other serious problems. Yet it often goes undiagnosed and untreated," explains USA TODAY, the Nation's No. 1 Newspaper. The good news is that available treatments such as medication and psychotherapy can help most people with depression to lead normal, healthy lives. In this book, you'll follow the stories of five young people who suffer from depression. You'll learn about the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of depression and discover coping strategies and available treatments. All of these facts will give you the information you need to recognize and understand depression and its treatment. Identifying depression in yourself, a friend, or a family member is the first step toward recovery.
Format:Library Binding
Language:English
ISBN:076135882X
ISBN13:9780761358824
Release Date:January 2011
Publisher:Twenty-First Century Books (Tm)
Length:128 Pages
Weight:0.95 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 6.3" x 9.1"
Age Range:11 to 18 years
Grade Range:Grade 6 to Postsecondary
Customer Reviews
1 rating
Good for teens
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
This book was on the adult shelf and when I started reading it, I thought it was rather simplistic until I realized that it was a Young Adult book.After that, I viewed it differently and think that it is something that many 7th to 12th graders could benefit by reading. Even if not for themselves, so that they can have some understanding of what depression is and how it can happen to anyone at any time. The case histories included by the author were helpful in giving an understanding of what depression is and how it affects people differently. The symptoms and signs are thoroughly described, as are the treatment options.Most important is the knowledge that depression can be long-term, not just feeling bad for a day or two because someone did poorly in a race or on a test.Throughout the book, the author emphasizes that depression is treatable and that seeking help is the most important thing one can do for oneself. This positive approach is very important to teens, I believe.
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