Recovery from depression using the narrative approach: a guide for doctors, complementary therapists, and mental health professionals

Abstract

"Recovery from Depression Using the Narrative Approach" explores people's experiences of depression, recovery and available treatments. The author explains how, by choosing more helpful narratives, people can gain a greater insight into their depression, self-management and long-term recovery. By selecting a variety of 'narrative tools', such as talking therapies, yoga and complementary therapies, as well as conventional medical approaches, people can take better control of their condition. Written with a range of professionals in mind (and their clients) this evidence-based book offers specific guidance on how professionals can be an 'ally' in promoting patients' recovery.