Depressive disorders are among the most common conditions in the world and are the leading causes of disability, affecting millions of people. Depression is also a common secondary condition, occurring at increased rates alongside virtually any illness that impacts brain function. Because it is so common, people suffering from depression seek help from a wide variety of clinicians, including: family doctors, pediatricians, gynecologists, psychiatrists, internists, psychologists, social workers and other therapists. In fact, depression is so common that the demand for care far exceeds the availability of psychiatrists, so that most depression is treated by other professionals in other specialty fields. For clinicians without significant experience treating depression, managing the condition can be confusing. This pocket-sized guide was specifically written with this diverse group of clinicians in mind. It provides a concise, practical and current overview of depressive disorders, including making a diagnosis, identifying important medical and psychiatric comorbidities, and describes our current understanding of the epidemiology, genetics and neurobiology of the condition. In addition to these topics, most of this book is focused on a programmatic approach toward managing depression, including subpopulations such as children or women who are pregnant. This book may also be of interest for people experiencing depression and their families to help guide treatment seeking and provide education. Dr. Stephen Strakowski and Dr. Erik Nelson are internationally recognized and trusted experts in the study and treatment of mood disorders whose own extensive clinical experience working with people with depression guides this book.

About the Author
Dr. Stephen Strakowski has developed his professional career at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, where he serves as a Professor and Senior Vice President, Strategy and Transformation in the UC Health System. He completed medical school at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, and during his psychiatry residency training at that institution, he developed a research and clinical interest in major depressive disorder. He is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at Cincinnati. Dr. Nelson completed medical school at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, and during his psychiatry residency training at that institution he developed a research and clinical interest in major depressive disorder. He is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at Cincinnati where he lectures and conducts research on depression.

Reviews
As a resource for busy practitioners, patients, and their family members, this book excels. . . it reflects the complexity and variability of depression's underpinnings, and that effective treatment of depression is as much an art as it is a science. Because it strikes this delicate balance, I would certainly recommend this to colleagues, patients, or their families seeking a quick, well-rounded education about depression. * Aaron Plattner, MD (Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services), Doody's Notes *
A useful easy-to-use guide that will be handy for most clinicians. * Dr. Sheila M. Dowd, Rush University Medical Center; PsycCRITIQUES, Vol. 61, No. 6, Feb. 2016 *



Book Information
ISBN 9780190206185
Author Stephen Strakowski
Format Paperback
Page Count 112
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 113g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 127mm * 10mm