Depression

Bipolar Disorder information from CAMH

By Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 2018

Website for Bipolar Disorder information from CAMH

A great and very comprehensive guide from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) outlining the various symptoms of bipolar disorder, diagnosis and treatment. It also has links to various programs that CAMH offers for families and patients as well as other resources.

Subject Headings Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Mental Disorders

Published by CAMH (2018) CAN

Last modified on 10/02/2018

Late-Life Depression

Website for Late-Life Depression

These pages explain how depression develops in older adults, what are the causes, symptoms and types of depression. Each aspect of depression is accompanied by a video presentation. A list of additional resources is also provided.

Subject Headings Depression, Older Adults

Published by Beycreast (2015) CAN

Last modified on 04/18/2018

Depression

By Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 2012

Website for Depression

This page explains types of depression, causes, symptoms and treatment. It also presents personal stories of people experiencing and recovering from depression.

Subject Headings Depression, Mental Disorders

Published by Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (2012) CAN

Last modified on 04/26/2017

Depression FAQs

By Susan L. Paolucci, Stephen J. Paolucci, 2007

This is a helpful resource for anyone suffering from depression. Organized in a question/answer format, this brief publication makes it easier to find the answers to commonly asked questions by sufferers and their friends and families.

Look for this book in your local library or bookstore.

Subject Headings Depression

Published by BC Decker Inc. (2007) CAN
Call#: CD 302 P26 2007

Last modified on 01/21/2015

Older Adults and Depression

By National Institute of Mental Health

Website for Older Adults and Depression

This brochure helps you understand the causes, different forms, signs and symptoms of depression and provides information on treatment and coping for people with depression and their loved ones.

Subject Headings Depression, Older Adults

Published by National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) USA

Last modified on 10/08/2014

Chronic Illness and Mental Health

By National Institute of Mental Health, [2017]

Website for Chronic Illness and Mental Health

This webpage helps to understand the relationship between a chronic disease and depression. It explains signs and symptoms of depression, how depression is linked to the physical symptoms of illness and how depression is treated.

Subject Headings Chronic Illness, Depression, Mental Health/Illness - general

Published by National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) ([2017]) USA

Last modified on 04/25/2017

10 Steps to Take Charge of Your Emotional Life: Overcoming Anxiety, Distress, and Depression through Whole-Person Healing

By Wood, Eve A., 2008

Subject Headings Depression, Anxiety, Emotional Health

Published by Hay House (2008) CAN

Last modified on 10/03/2014

Living With a Black Dog: How to Take Care of Someone with Depression While Looking After Yourself

By Matthew Johnstone and Ainsley Johnstone, 2008

This resource will appeal to anyone looking for a lighthearted and humorous guide to caregiving for someone with depression. This guide helps to find out about the daily realities of caring for someone with severe depression, and suggests ways that you can use to help in their recovery.

Part 1 is entitled "Living with a Black Dog: His Name Is Depression".

Subject Headings Depression

Published by Constable & Robinson (2008) GB
Call#: CD 302 J64 2008

Last modified on 01/07/2015

A Cancer Patient's Guide to Overcoming Depression & Anxiety: Getting Through Treatment and Getting Back to Your Life

By Derek R. Hopko, Carl W. Lejuez , 2008

Modern medicine has developed solutions that allow cancer patients to live longer lives, but depression and anxiety often make these years painful and difficult. This book explains the techniques of behavior activation therapy and helps to implement them as practical activities people recovering from cancer can use to recognize and overcome problems with depression and anxiety.

Subject Headings Depression, Anxiety, Cancer - Coping

Published by New Harbinger Publications (2008) CAN
Call#: FE 150 H67 2008

Last modified on 12/17/2014

Calming Your Anxious Mind: How Mindfulness And Compassion Can Free You From Anxiety, Fear And Panic

By Jeffrey Brantley, 2007

This is an insightful and helpful resource for anyone suffering from anxiety, depression, or other mental illnesses. Author draws on Buddhist meditation techniques and links them with Western psychology. Presented strategies teach how to increase awareness and mindfulness to overcome anxiety, depression, and self-doubt.

Subject Headings Mindfulness, Depression, Anxiety

Published by New Harbinger (2007) USA
Call#: CD 420 B72 2007

Last modified on 04/03/2018

Living With a Black Dog: His Name Is Depression.

By Matthew Johnstone, 2006

This resource will be useful for anyone suffering with chronic depressive disorders. It serves as an insightful and humorous account of what life is like while living with depression. This book also lists suggested readings and online resources for treatment of depression.

Part 2 is entitled "Living with a Black Dog: How to take care of Someone with Depression while Looking after Yourself."

Subject Headings Depression

Published by Andrews McMeel Publishing (2006) USA
Call#: CD 302 J64 2006

Last modified on 01/07/2015

Unstuck: Your Guide to the Seven - Stage Journey out of Depression

By James S. Gordon, 2008

Drawing on forty years of pioneering work, the author offers a seven-stage program for relief through food and nutritional supplements, Chinese medicine, psychotherapy, meditation, and guided imagery. It also addresses the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of a journey out of depression.

Subject Headings Depression, Complementary Therapies

Published by Penguin Books (2008) CAN
Call#: CD 302 G67 2008

Last modified on 04/09/2018

Bipolar Disorder

By Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA), 2018

Website for Bipolar Disorder

Intended for patients and caregivers, this page has some brief list of symptoms about the various forms that bipolar disorder can take with link to more detailed information on the various facets of the disorder and an FAQ section.

Subject Headings Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Mental Disorders

Published by Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) (2018) USA

Last modified on 10/02/2018

Mind Over Mood: Change How You feel by Changing the Way You Think

By Dennis Greenberger and Christine A. Padesky , 2016

The second edition of this popular workbook shows readers how to improve their lives using cognitive therapy. The book is designed to be used alone or in conjunction with professional treatment. Step-by-step worksheets teach specific skills to conquer depression, panic attacks, anxiety, anger, guilt, shame, low self-esteem, eating disorders, substance abuse and relationship problems.

Subject Headings Depression, Anxiety, Treatment, Mental Health/Illness - general

Published by Guilford Press (2016) USA
Call#: CC 650 G73 2016

Last modified on 01/22/2016

The Mindful Way Through Depression: Freeing Yourself from Chronic Unhappiness

By Mark Williams, John Teasdale and Zindel Segal , 2007

Through insightful lessons drawn from both Eastern meditative traditions and cognitive therapy, authors demonstrate how to sidestep the mental habits that lead to despair, including rumination and self-blame, so you can face life’s challenges with greater resilience. Jon Kabat-Zinn gently and encouragingly narrates the accompanying CD of guided meditations, making this a complete package for anyone seeking to regain a sense of hope and happiness.

Subject Headings Meditation, Mindfulness, Depression

Published by Guilford Press (2007) USA
Call#: CD 300 W45 2007

Last modified on 04/11/2018

The Bipolar Workbook: Tools for Controlling Your Mood Swings

By Monica Ramirez Basco, 2005

This is a valuable resource for anyone suffering from bipolar disorder. You can find here information about bipolar disorder, strategies to make you less vulnerable, and ways to reduce your symptoms.

Subject Headings Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Mental Disorders

Published by The Guilford Press (2005) USA
Call#: CD 304 B28 2006

Last modified on 05/29/2018

Depression 101: A Practical Guide To Treatments, Self-Help Strategies And Preventing Relapse

By John D. Preston and Melissa Kirk, 2010

This is a practical resource for anyone suffering from depression, and their loved ones. It includes information on treatments, strategies for coping, lifestyle choices that contribute to depression, and ways to enhance self-esteem.

Subject Headings Depression, Mental Disorders

Published by New Harbinger (2010) USA
Call#: CD 302 P73 2010

Last modified on 11/05/2014