My Review
The Opposite of Depression, by David M. Carreon, MD, is an interesting and helpful book to read. I appreciate that he describes the difference between depression and being weary. I found a lot of his suggestions to be very simple things to try. I like that his suggestions were down to earth. A couple that stand out most to me are to do positive things that will help with lifting emotions and beginning to exercise. I appreciate that that he comments about starting slow. I found this book to be very interesting and informative about the difference between the emotions we feel. I like that he also gives information on different treatments available.
I voluntarily received a complimentary copy of this book, this is my honest review.
About the Book
There’s hope for greater satisfaction, purpose and joy in your life, even if circumstances have you down….
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. In The Opposite of Depression, he draws on insights from his clinical experience, the latest research, and his Christian faith to point readers to principles and practices that promote thriving in mind, body and soul. Each chapter offers practical steps readers can take to start moving in the direction of greater satisfaction, fulfillment and purpose.
About the Author
Dr. David M. Carreon is a psychiatrist and cofounder of Acacia Mental Health, a clinic in Silicon Valley working to transform mental health care. He studied and served at Stanford, where he earned his MD, completed a psychiatry residency, and worked as a professor. He is a leading clinician in the treatment of major depressive disorder, achieving success in some of the most challenging cases using an approach that combines the latest technologies and the oldest truths. His research has focused on human agency and on new ways to restore freedom through treating depression. He loves teaching; going on dates with his wife, Abigail; and excessively long brunch conversations.
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