Evidence-Based Tools & Expert Guidance For Depression

Using the most effective, evidence-based clinical tools, the Depression Guidebook helps you implement 5 distinct strategies for managing depression. These are the most-trusted tools for improving motivation, internal dialogue, and relationships, to help you cope with and manage the symptoms of depression.

Features

• Research-based introduction to depression
• 5 sections covering different evidence-based tools for depression
• Therapist notes and science-focused overviews to guide you
• 80+ Journal Entries for Thoughtful Reflection & Growth
• An appendix with additional resources

5 sections covering different evidence-based tools for depression

Designed in collaboration with experienced clinicians and based in replicated, randomized, controlled scientific evidence, this guidebook features 5 evidence-based tools: Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Behavioral Activation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Growth Mindset, and Dialectical Therapy.

Therapist notes and science-focused overviews to guide you as you learn each new tool

Each section begins by contextualizing the featured tool so you understand what it is and how it works. Then the focus moves to a Practice element, allowing you to directly apply the tool and learn to better manage depression.

Structured exercises, spread across 80+ journal entries, to help you practice each tool

The format of the exercises is based on tools that therapists often use with their clients. Each tool is designed to help you make specific changes to improve depression and building related skills to keep up your momentum.

An appendix with additional resources

Beyond learning and practicing evidence-based tools, this guidebook also helps you learn more about depression and provides you with additional resources that you can explore.

Specifications

• Hardcover bound book
• Beige linen cloth cover
• Lay Flat & Thread Bound with Heat-sealed Ribbons
• 256 pages, 75 gsm FSC-Certified cream paper
• Size: 8.25” x 5.25” x 0.8"
• Weight: 0.9LB

FAQ: How will this notebook help with depression?

This book offers a primer to some of the most effective tools for depression — with the idea that you can discover the tools that work best for you. Each section of the book introduces an evidence-based tool, which you'll learn about through an educational overview, followed by written exercises to help you practice. Collectively, the tools will help you improve your motivation, improve your internal dialogue, and improve your relationships.

FAQ: When should I use this workbook?

This entire book was designed to be helpful, no matter where or when you begin. We recommend making this book a part of your routine and working through the chapters in order; we also recommend trying each tool for at least a week. That said, you are more than welcome to pause and skip around based on what you believe will work best for you.

FAQ: What is the purpose of this workbook?

The purpose of this book is to help you feel better by guiding you through the tools that therapists and researchers consider to be the most effective for depression.

FAQ: Is this notebook a replacement for therapy?

This publication is not therapy or a replacement for therapy with a licensed professional. It is designed to provide information in regard to the subject matter covered. It is sold with the understanding that the publisher is not engaged in rendering psychological, financial, legal, or other professional services. If expert assistance for counseling is needed, the services of a competent professional should be sought. Other tools, tips, and reflection questions are also available to help you discover which therapist tools work best for you.