Depression For Dummies satisfies the need for a straight-talking, no-nonsense resource on depression. The only agenda this book is to present you with the facts on depression and explain the options for dealing with it. Here's just a sampling of what you'll find in Depression For Dummies: demystifying the types of depression, discovering what goes on in the body of a depressed person, detecting and diagnosing depression, seeking help through therapy and medication, and more. So, whatever your level of depression--whether you suffer from occasional bouts or you find yourself seriously debilitated by depression--Depression For Dummies can give you the insight and tools you need to once again find enjoyment and happiness in life.

Updates:

* Update all references from DMS IV to DSM V.

* We felt that the book had a somewhat dark portrayal of depression, we will project a brighter, more hopeful tone.

* Treatment chapters will focus on teaching empirically supported strategies that cut across diagnostic categories.

* Updates throughout will be made to reflect changes in technology and social media.

* We will add motivational interviewing techniques and stages of change.

* Medications and other biological interventions will be updated. References to specific medications will be deleted as these change frequently. Instead, we will refer to general classes of medication.

* Will revise and add sections on experimental techniques (e.g. deep brain stimulation).

* Updates will be made to the chapters on lifestyle.

* Will include new sections about depression and racism.

* Will also include new section on depression or dysthymia during a pandemic.

* Case examples will be updated and made more diverse. Several examples will be included that involve pandemic-related challenges.

* Will update Appendix and Part of Tens.