An Introduction to Coping with Depression for Carers

An indispensable guide offering insight and support to carers of people with depression Looking after a person with depression can often leave carers emotionally and physically exhausted. This short, straightforward and easily understandable guide offers valuable advice on how carers can: - better understand the nature of depression and how it affects both patient and carer - have a clearer understanding of the treatment options for the patient, including medication and therapy - lessen the impact of the illness on the carer's life - find the help and support they need - maintain their own well-being whilst supporting the patient through to recovery and beyond Although aimed at the carer, this is a guide that is equally valuable to the patient themselves and to their wider family and friends in promoting a better understanding of the experience of depression.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: TONY FRAIS
• Editore: Robinson Publishing
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Tascabile
• Pubblicazione: 31.12.2016
• EAN: 9781472119339
• ISBN: 978-1-4721-1933-9
• Pagine: 96
• Dimensioni: 108 mm x 176 mm x 24 mm
• Serie: An Introduction to Coping series; An Introduction to Coping series
• Categorie: Guide e manuali > Libri sul benessere, vita quotidiana > Famiglia; Guide e manuali > Salute; FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / General, PSYCHOLOGY / Psychopathology / Depression, SELF-HELP / Mood Disorders / Depression, MEDICAL / Caregiving, Coping with illness & specific conditions, Care of the mentally ill, Coping with illness and specific health conditions, Care of people with mental health issues