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- 9781933392714
- Book Title
- Surviving America's Depression Epidemic : How to Find Morale, Energy, and Community in a World Gone Crazy
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- Chelsea Green Publishing
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- 2007
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- Trade Paperback
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- English
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- Self-Help
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- Mood Disorders / Depression, Personal Growth / General
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- 240 Pages
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Millions of us have experienced periods of low morale, struggled to find cheer in the day-to-day world, and then found ourselves pacified into believing the smooth-talking spokesperson in yet another medication ad. We've all heard them, there's no denying the fact that these ads have made each of us wonder: Do I suffer from depression? Would I be happier and healthier if I simply consulted my physician and requested (insert drug name here)? The rate of clinical depression in the U.S. has increased more than tenfold in the last fifty years. Is this epidemic properly being addressed by the insurance, pharmaceutical, and governmental powers-that-be or exacerbated by a failing system focused on instant results and high profit margins? Dr. Bruce E. Levine, a highly respected clinical psychologist, argues the latter and provides a compelling alternative approach to treating depression that makes lasting change more likely than with symptom-based treatment through medication. Surviving America's Depression Epidemic delves into the roots of depression and links our increasingly consumer-based culture and standard-practice psychiatric treatments to worsening depression, instead of solving it. In an easy-to-understand narrative style, Dr. Levine prescribes antidotes to depression including the keys to building morale and selfhealing. Unlike short-term, drug-based solutions, these antidotes foster a long-term cycle where people rediscover passion and purpose, and find meaning in acting on their societal concerns. A groundbreaking work, atypical of the shelf-loads of "pep-talk" based self help books on the market, Surviving America's Depression Epidemic provides the knowledge and counsel of a practicing psychologist in a digestible format that will improve your future. A must read for guidance and pastoral counselors; non-dogmatic psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers; and those tired of the TV ads shilling for better living through chemistry.
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Surviving America's Depression Epidemic : How to Find Morale, Energy, and Community in a World Gone Crazy
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Mood Disorders / Depression, Personal Growth / General
Publication Year
2007
Genre
Self-Help
Number of Pages
240 Pages
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Item Length
8.9in
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0.3in
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6.1in
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A distinct pleasure. A thoughtful, compassionate and refreshingly humble look at what we call depressionwell-written, easy-to-read, originala philosophical treatise on the nature of being, what it means to be alive, and the debilitating nature of our corporate society. It prompts the reader to embrace a much more expansive notion of what might be considered a normal range of emotions.Robert Whitaker, winner of the George Polk Award for Medical Writing and author of "Mad in America: Bad Science, Bad Medicine, and the Enduring Mistreatment of the Mentally Ill", Unlike pharmaceuticals, this book is an anti-depressant that works. When depression is a reaction to a depressing culture, all the drugs in the world cant numb us to the truth that healthwhether mental, physical, or spiritualis about wholeness. This is the message we should be getting from our preachers, politicians, doctors, teachers, and therapists. What a rare, welcome, and timely message.Rev. Davidson Loehr, author of "America, Fascism, and God", "Surviving America’s Depression Epidemicoffers a fresh perspective on what ails America, the ‘community malnourishment’ that fuels dispirited morale, disconnectedness, and a frantic search for meaning. Dr. Levine challenges us to look past diagnoses and labels, reminding us that community and horizontal connections inherently offer the balance with which our souls can be nourished, helping us discern lasting paths to healing and wholeness in American life." —Rabbi Lewis H. Kamrass, Isaac M. Wise Temple (Cincinnati, OH), "While Surviving America's Depression Epidemic is an excellent self-help book, it is not just for the clinically depressed. This well-conceived and researched book illuminates the general malaise tinting the canvas of our lives and validates the background of unhappiness inherent in our contemporary lifestyles--a background often mislabeled as pathological. We are all trying to survive this epidemic. The book is empowering, energizing, and provides a road map to greater psychological health, motivation, and fulfillment."--Stuart Shipko, M.D., author of Surviving Panic Disorder, "Surviving America's Depression Epidemicoffers a fresh perspective on what ails America, the 'community malnourishment' that fuels dispirited morale, disconnectedness, and a frantic search for meaning. Dr. Levine challenges us to look past diagnoses and labels, reminding us that community and horizontal connections inherently offer the balance with which our souls can be nourished, helping us discern lasting paths to healing and wholeness in American life." --Rabbi Lewis H. Kamrass, Isaac M. Wise Temple (Cincinnati, OH), "Surviving Americas Depression Epidemic" bravely connects much of the overwhelming despair in our society to society itself, and offers innovative remedies. I encourage anyone who has ever asked, What are the alternatives to the current mental health system? to read this book. Bruce shows us an array of specific, practical options to fight the good fight on our increasingly demoralized planet. As a psychiatric survivor, I highly recommend that mental health professionals read this book.David W. Oaks, Director MindFreedom International, "Unlike pharmaceuticals, this book is an anti-depressant that works. When depression is a reaction to a depressing culture, all the drugs in the world can't numb us to the truth that health--whether mental, physical, or spiritual--is about wholeness. This is the message we should be getting from our preachers, politicians, doctors, teachers, and therapists. What a rare, welcome, and timely message."--Rev. Davidson Loehr, author of America, Fascism, and God, "Unlike pharmaceuticals, this book is an anti-depressant that works. When depression is a reaction to a depressing culture, all the drugs in the world can’t numb us to the truth that health—whether mental, physical, or spiritual—is about wholeness. This is the message we should be getting from our preachers, politicians, doctors, teachers, and therapists. What a rare, welcome, and timely message." —Rev. Davidson Loehr, author ofAmerica, Fascism, and God, "Bruce Levine exposes our unhealthy way of life. He argues convincingly that modern medicine--marvel that it is--cannot save us from the pains and struggles that come with living and dying. His is a trenchant, though not ideological, critique of ‘powers and principalitiesÂ’ that prey upon depression, powers that have greatly increased in our lifetime. His simple calls to restore lost communal and personal practices ring true. I plan to share this book with church members fighting depression or tempted to despair." —Rev. Randy Cooper, United Methodist pastor (Ripley, TN), Surviving America's Depression Epidemicinspired me as I was reading it and a few days later I even notice that some of my own ideas and behaviors have actually changed. There are many brilliant insights throughout, forgotten in our modern helping culture. The book would be just as—or even more—useful for helping professionals as for laypersons. It's the best self-help book I've ever read and I'd recommend it to anyone. What makes the book so valuable and interesting... is that Bruce links the most private personal troubles to the most complex socio-economic trends, without trivializing either dimension. Rather he constantly engages the reader, revitalizes, and inspires one to want to transform oneself and the world. Is there anything more to ask for?” -Professor David Cohen, College of Social Work, Justice, and Public Affairs, Florida International University and co-author ofYour Drug May Be Your Problem: How and Why to Stop Taking Psychiatric Drugs, This is a terrific book. Bruce E. Levine argues convincingly that our modern depression epidemic is the result of a demoralized society. He integrates critical thinking about psychiatry, extensive clinical experience with clients diagnosed as depressed, and a refreshing look at the factors that affect our moralealienation, consumerism, and spirituality. Highly recommended.Jeffrey Lacasse, MSW, Visiting Lecturer, College of Social Work, Florida State University, "In a society permeated by medicalized images of 'depression,' Bruce Levine reminds us to take a broader view, and incorporate historical analysis, social criticism, cross-cultural perspectives, creative insights, and spiritual wisdom into any future public discourse about why so many in our culture are so unhappy, and how we can best help them thrive instead. Surviving America's Depression Epidemic is a bold, intelligent, courageous, and insightful book that will enlighten and inspire many individuals who count themselves as among 'the depressed' (including myself)." —Thomas Armstrong, Ph.D. is the author ofThe Human Odyssey, andThe Myth of the A.D.D. Child, "Bruce Levine exposes our unhealthy way of life. He argues convincingly that modern medicine—marvel that it is—cannot save us from the pains and struggles that come with living and dying. His is a trenchant, though not ideological, critique of ‘powers and principalities’ that prey upon depression, powers that have greatly increased in our lifetime. His simple calls to restore lost communal and personal practices ring true. I plan to share this book with church members fighting depression or tempted to despair." —Rev. Randy Cooper, United Methodist pastor (Ripley, TN), "A distinct pleasure. A thoughtful, compassionate and refreshingly humble look at what we call depression—well-written, easy-to-read, original—a philosophical treatise on the nature of 'being,' what it means to be alive, and the debilitating nature of our corporate society. It prompts the reader to embrace a much more expansive notion of what might be considered a 'normal' range of emotions." —Robert Whitaker, winner of the George Polk Award for Medical Writing and author ofMad in America: Bad Science, Bad Medicine, and the Enduring Mistreatment of the Mentally Ill, How does a sane person find meaning in a world gone mad? The question is not a new one, but author/psychologist Bruce Levine offers timely insights about the social and cultural causes of demoralization. Like other critical thinkers within the existential tradition Levine implies that the phenomenon of psychological depression is a not unreasonable response to the pressures of corporate authoritarianism. What was once a country of immigrant aliens has become increasingly a country of the alienated. But is this alienation inevitable? "Surviving Americas Depression Epidemic" presents startling facts, powerful anecdotes, and poignant aphorisms. In this, the Dark Age of the pharmaceutical-military-industrial complex, Levine has given a much needed wake-up call which challenges each of us to find our own antidote, in the healing aspects of integrity, nature, self-transcendence, and community.Grace E. Jackson, MD, author of "Rethinking Psychiatric Drugs: A Guide for Informed Consent", This well-written and insightful book locates depression where it should be situatedin the dehumanization of American culture and the corporatization of psychological health and well-being. Moreover, Dr. Levine offers insights into what weve lost sight of and what we can do about it. David Walker, Ph.D., Associate Professor, American School of Professional Psychology, Levine is the smartest, most level-headed guy around when it comes to depression, and it comes from years of clinical practice, not ivory-towered theory.Kirkpatrick Sale, contributing editor for "The Nation" and author of "The Fire of His Genius: Robert Fulton" and the "American Dream" and "After Eden: The Evolution of Human Domination", "Levine is the smartest, most level-headed guy around when it comes to depression, and it comes from years of clinical practice, not ivory-towered theory."--Kirkpatrick Sale, contributing editor for The Nation and author of The Fire of His Genius: Robert Fulton and the American Dream and After Eden: The Evolution of Human Domination, "WhileSurviving America's Depression Epidemicis an excellent self-help book, it is not just for the clinically depressed. This well-conceived and researched book illuminates the general malaise tinting the canvas of our lives and validates the background of unhappiness inherent in our contemporary lifestyles--a background often mislabeled as pathological. We are all trying to survive this epidemic. The book is empowering, energizing, and provides a road map to greater psychological health, motivation, and fulfillment." --Stuart Shipko, M.D., author ofSurviving Panic Disorder, "Levine's holistic approach, bolstered by plenty of scholarship and popular literary references, will give depression patients a useful big-picture perspective." -- Publishers Weekly, Surviving America’s Depression Epidemicoffers a fresh perspective on what ails America, the ‘community malnourishment’ that fuels dispirited morale, disconnectedness, and a frantic search for meaning. Dr. Levine challenges us to look past diagnoses and labels, reminding us that community and horizontal connections inherently offer the balance with which our souls can be nourished, helping us discern lasting paths to healing and wholeness in American life.” —Rabbi Lewis H. Kamrass, Isaac M. Wise Temple (Cincinnati, OH), Surviving America’s Depression Epidemicbravely connects much of the overwhelming despair in our society to society itself, and offers innovative remedies. I encourage anyone who has ever asked, ‘What are the alternatives to the current mental health system?’ to read this book. Bruce shows us an array of specific, practical options to fight the good fight on our increasingly demoralized planet. As a psychiatric survivor, I highly recommend that mental health professionals read this book.” —David W. Oaks, Director MindFreedom International, "This well-written and insightful book locates depression where it should be situatedâ€�in the dehumanization of American culture and the corporatization of psychological health and well-being. Moreover, Dr. Levine offers insights into what we've lost sight of and what we can do about it."--David Walker, Ph.D., Associate Professor, American School of Professional Psychology, A distinct pleasure. A thoughtful, compassionate and refreshingly humble look at what we call depression—well-written, easy-to-read, original—a philosophical treatise on the nature of being,” what it means to be alive, and the debilitating nature of our corporate society. It prompts the reader to embrace a much more expansive notion of what might be considered a normal” range of emotions. —Robert Whitaker, winner of the George Polk Award for Medical Writing and author ofMad in America: Bad Science, Bad Medicine, and the Enduring Mistreatment of the Mentally Ill, "Levine's holistic approach, bolstered by plenty of scholarship and popular literary references, will give depression patients a useful big-picture perspective."--Publishers Weekly, How does a sane person find meaning in a world gone mad? The question is not a new one, but author/psychologist Bruce Levine offers timely insights about the social and cultural causes of demoralization. Like other critical thinkers within the existential tradition Levine implies that the phenomenon of psychological depression is a ‘not unreasonable” response to the pressures of corporate authoritarianism. What was once a country of immigrant aliens has become increasingly a country of the alienated. But is this alienation inevitable?Surviving America’s Depression Epidemicpresents startling facts, powerful anecdotes, and poignant aphorisms. In this, the Dark Age of the pharmaceutical-military-industrial complex, Levine has given a much needed wake-up call which challenges each of us to find our own antidote, in the healing aspects of integrity, nature, self-transcendence, and community.” —Grace E. Jackson, MD, author ofRethinking Psychiatric Drugs: A Guide for Informed Consent, "If you've ever smelled a rat in the way corporate America tears down community with one hand and pushes antidepressant drugs with the other, this book is for you." --Will Hall, co-founder of Freedom Center (Northampton, MA) and staff member, The Icarus Project, "Surviving AmericaÂ’s Depression Epidemicoffers a fresh perspective on what ails America, the ‘community malnourishmentÂ’ that fuels dispirited morale, disconnectedness, and a frantic search for meaning. Dr. Levine challenges us to look past diagnoses and labels, reminding us that community and horizontal connections inherently offer the balance with which our souls can be nourished, helping us discern lasting paths to healing and wholeness in American life." --Rabbi Lewis H. Kamrass, Isaac M. Wise Temple (Cincinnati, OH), "Surviving America’s Depression Epidemicbravely connects much of the overwhelming despair in our society to society itself, and offers innovative remedies. I encourage anyone who has ever asked, ‘What are the alternatives to the current mental health system?’ to read this book. Bruce shows us an array of specific, practical options to fight the good fight on our increasingly demoralized planet. As a psychiatric survivor, I highly recommend that mental health professionals read this book." —David W. Oaks, Director MindFreedom International, "Levine is the smartest, most level-headed guy around when it comes to depression, and it comes from years of clinical practice, not ivory-towered theory." —Kirkpatrick Sale, contributing editor forThe Nationand author ofThe Fire of His Genius: Robert Fultonand theAmerican DreamandAfter Eden: The Evolution of Human Domination, "This is a terrific book. Bruce E. Levine argues convincingly that our modern depression epidemic is the result of a demoralized society. He integrates critical thinking about psychiatry, extensive clinical experience with clients diagnosed as depressed, and a refreshing look at the factors that affect our morale--alienation, consumerism, and spirituality. Highly recommended."--Jeffrey Lacasse, MSW, Visiting Lecturer, College of Social Work, Florida State University, "If you've ever smelled a rat in the way corporate America tears down community with one hand and pushes antidepressant drugs with the other, this book is for you."--Will Hall, co-founder of Freedom Center (Northampton, MA) and staff member, The Icarus Project, "In a society permeated by medicalized images of 'depression, ' Bruce Levine reminds us to take a broader view, and incorporate historical analysis, social criticism, cross-cultural perspectives, creative insights, and spiritual wisdom into any future public discourse about why so many in our culture are so unhappy, and how we can best help them thrive instead. "Surviving America's Depression Epidemic" is a bold, intelligent, courageous, and insightful book that will enlighten and inspire many individuals who count themselves as among 'the depressed' (including myself).Thomas Armstrong, Ph.D. is the author of "The Human Odyssey," and "The Myth of the A.D.D. Child", "A distinct pleasure. A thoughtful, compassionate and refreshingly humble look at what we call depression--well-written, easy-to-read, original--a philosophical treatise on the nature of 'being,' what it means to be alive, and the debilitating nature of our corporate society. It prompts the reader to embrace a much more expansive notion of what might be considered a 'normal' range of emotions." --Robert Whitaker, winner of the George Polk Award for Medical Writing and author of Mad in America: Bad Science, Bad Medicine, and the Enduring Mistreatment of the Mentally Ill, "Bruce Levine exposes our unhealthy way of life. He argues convincingly that modern medicine--marvel that it is--cannot save us from the pains and struggles that come with living and dying. His is a trenchant, though not ideological, critique of 'powers and principalities' that prey upon depression, powers that have greatly increased in our lifetime. His simple calls to restore lost communal and personal practices ring true. I plan to share this book with church members fighting depression or tempted to despair."--Rev. Randy Cooper, United Methodist pastor (Ripley, TN), Levine is the smartest, most level-headed guy around when it comes to depression, and it comes from years of clinical practice, not ivory-towered theory. —Kirkpatrick Sale, contributing editor forThe Nationand author ofThe Fire of His Genius: Robert Fultonand theAmerican DreamandAfter Eden: The Evolution of Human Domination, This is a terrific book. Bruce E. Levine argues convincingly that our modern depression epidemic is the result of a demoralized society. He integrates critical thinking about psychiatry, extensive clinical experience with clients diagnosed as depressed, and a refreshing look at the factors that affect our morale—alienation, consumerism, and spirituality. Highly recommended.” —Jeffrey Lacasse, MSW, Visiting Lecturer, College of Social Work, Florida State University, "How does a sane person find meaning in a world gone mad? The question is not a new one, but author/psychologist Bruce Levine offers timely insights about the social and cultural causes of demoralization. Like other critical thinkers within the existential tradition Levine implies that the phenomenon of psychological depression is a 'not unreasonable' response to the pressures of corporate authoritarianism. What was once a country of immigrant aliens has become increasingly a country of the alienated. But is this alienation inevitable? Surviving America's Depression Epidemic presents startling facts, powerful anecdotes, and poignant aphorisms. In this, the Dark Age of the pharmaceutical-military-industrial complex, Levine has given a much needed wake-up call which challenges each of us to find our own antidote, in the healing aspects of integrity, nature, self-transcendence, and community." --Grace E. Jackson, MD, author of Rethinking Psychiatric Drugs: A Guide for Informed Consent, "Levine's holistic approach, bolstered by plenty of scholarship and popular literary references, will give depression patients a useful big-picture perspective." —Publishers Weekly, So, Who’s Not Depressedinspired me as I was reading it and a few days later I even notice that some of my own ideas and behaviors have actually changed. There are many brilliant insights throughout, forgotten in our modern helping culture. The book would be just as—or even more—useful for helping professionals as for laypersons. It's the best self-help book I've ever read and I'd recommend it to anyone. What makes the book so valuable and interesting... is that Bruce links the most private personal troubles to the most complex socio-economic trends, without trivializing either dimension. Rather he constantly engages the reader, revitalizes, and inspires one to want to transform oneself and the world. Is there anything more to ask for?”—Professor David Cohen, College of Social Work, Justice, and Public Affairs, Florida International University, "How does a sane person find meaning in a world gone mad? The question isnot a new one, but Bruce Levine offers timely insights about the social and cultural causes of demoralization. In this, the Dark Age of the pharmaceutical-military-industrial complex, Levine gives a much needed wake-up call that challenges each of us to find our own antidote in the healing aspects of integrity, nature, self-transcendence, and community." Grace E. Jackson, M.D., author of Rethinking Psychiatric Drugs, "Surviving Americas Depression Epidemic" offers a fresh perspective on what ails America, the community malnourishment that fuels dispirited morale, disconnectedness, and a frantic search for meaning. Dr. Levine challenges us to look past diagnoses and labels, reminding us that community and horizontal connections inherently offer the balance with which our souls can be nourished, helping us discern lasting paths to healing and wholeness in American life.Rabbi Lewis H. Kamrass, Isaac M. Wise Temple (Cincinnati, OH), " Surviving America's Depression Epidemic bravely connects much of the overwhelming despair in our society to society itself, and offers innovative remedies. I encourage anyone who has ever asked, "What are the alternatives to the current mental health system?" -- to read this book. Bruce shows us an array of specific, practical options to fight the good fight on our increasingly demoralized planet. As a psychiatric survivor, I highly recommend that mental health professionals read this book." --David W. Oaks, Director MindFreedom International, "Surviving America's Depression Epidemicinspired me as I was reading it and a few days later I even notice that some of my own ideas and behaviors have actually changed. There are many brilliant insights throughout, forgotten in our modern helping culture. The book would be just as—or even more—useful for helping professionals as for laypersons. It's the best self-help book I've ever read and I'd recommend it to anyone. What makes the book so valuable and interesting... is that Bruce links the most private personal troubles to the most complex socio-economic trends, without trivializing either dimension. Rather he constantly engages the reader, revitalizes, and inspires one to want to transform oneself and the world. Is there anything more to ask for?" —Professor David Cohen, College of Social Work, Justice, and Public Affairs, Florida International University and co-author ofYour Drug May Be Your Problem: How and Why to Stop Taking Psychiatric Drugs, In a society permeated by medicalized images of 'depression,' Bruce Levine reminds us to take a broader view, and incorporate historical analysis, social criticism, cross-cultural perspectives, creative insights, and spiritual wisdom into any future public discourse about why so many in our culture are so unhappy, and how we can best help them thrive instead.Surviving America's Depression Epidemicis a bold, intelligent, courageous, and insightful book that will enlighten and inspire many individuals who count themselves as among 'the depressed' (including myself).” —Thomas Armstrong, Ph.D. is the author ofThe Human Odyssey, andThe Myth of the A.D.D. Child|9781933392714|, Levine is the smartest, most level-headed guy around when it comes to depression, and it comes from years of clinical practice, not ivory-towered theory. —Kirkpatick Sale, contributing editor forThe Nationand author ofThe Fire of His Genius: Robert Fultonand theAmerican Dream, "This well-written and insightful book locates depression where it should be situateddash;in the dehumanization of American culture and the corporatization of psychological health and well-being. Moreover, Dr. Levine offers insights into what weÂ’ve lost sight of and what we can do about it." --David Walker, Ph.D., Associate Professor, American School of Professional Psychology, "This well-written and insightful book locates depression where it should be situated‐in the dehumanization of American culture and the corporatization of psychological health and well-being. Moreover, Dr. Levine offers insights into what we've lost sight of and what we can do about it." --David Walker, Ph.D., Associate Professor, American School of Professional Psychology, "How does a sane person find meaning in a world gone mad? The question is not a new one, but Bruce Levine offers timely insights about the social and cultural causes of demoralization. In this, the Dark Age of the pharmaceutical-military-industrial complex, Levine gives a much needed wake-up call that challenges each of us to find our own antidote in the healing aspects of integrity, nature, self-transcendence, and community." --Grace E. Jackson, M.D., author of Rethinking Psychiatric Drugs, "While "Surviving Americas Depression Epidemic" is an excellent self-help book, it is not just for the clinically depressed. This well-conceived and researched book illuminates the general malaise tinting the canvas of our lives and validates the background of unhappiness inherent in our contemporary lifestylesa background often mislabeled as pathological. We are all trying to survive this epidemic. The book is empowering, energizing, and provides a road map to greater psychological health, motivation, and fulfillment." Stuart Shipko, M.D., author of Surviving Panic Disorder, Surviving America's Depression Epidemicinspired me as I was reading it and a few days later I even notice that some of my own ideas and behaviors have actually changed. There are many brilliant insights throughout, forgotten in our modern helping culture. The book would be just as—or even more—useful for helping professionals as for laypersons. It's the best self-help book I've ever read and I'd recommend it to anyone. What makes the book so valuable and interesting... is that Bruce links the most private personal troubles to the most complex socio-economic trends, without trivializing either dimension. Rather he constantly engages the reader, revitalizes, and inspires one to want to transform oneself and the world. Is there anything more to ask for?”—Professor David Cohen, College of Social Work, Justice, and Public Affairs, Florida International University, WhileSurviving America’s Depression Epidemicis an excellent self-help book, it is not just for the clinically depressed. This well-conceived and researched book illuminates the general malaise tinting the canvas of our lives and validates the background of unhappiness inherent in our contemporary lifestyles—a background often mislabeled as pathological. We are all trying to survive this epidemic. The book is empowering, energizing, and provides a road map to greater psychological health, motivation, and fulfillment.” —Stuart Shipko, M.D., author ofSurviving Panic Disorder|9781933392714|, This well-written and insightful book locates depression where it should be situated—in the dehumanization of American culture and the corporatization of psychological health and well-being. Moreover, Dr. Levine offers insights into what we’ve lost sight of and what we can do about it.” —David Walker, Ph.D., Associate Professor, American School of Professional Psychology, "Surviving America's Depression Epidemic offers a fresh perspective on what ails America, the 'community malnourishment' that fuels dispirited morale, disconnectedness, and a frantic search for meaning. Dr. Levine challenges us to look past diagnoses and labels, reminding us that community and horizontal connections inherently offer the balance with which our souls can be nourished, helping us discern lasting paths to healing and wholeness in American life."--Rabbi Lewis H. Kamrass, Isaac M. Wise Temple (Cincinnati, OH), "Surviving America's Depression Epidemic" inspired me as I was reading it and a few days later I even notice that some of my own ideas and behaviors have actually changed. There are many brilliant insights throughout, forgotten in our modern helping culture. The book would be just asor even moreuseful for helping professionals as for laypersons. It's the best self-help book I've ever read and I'd recommend it to anyone. What makes the book so valuable and interesting... is that Bruce links the most private personal troubles to the most complex socio-economic trends, without trivializing either dimension. Rather he constantly engages the reader, revitalizes, and inspires one to want to transform oneself and the world. Is there anything more to ask for?-Professor David Cohen, College of Social Work, Justice, and Public Affairs, Florida International University and co-author of "Your Drug May Be Your Problem: How and Why to Stop Taking Psychiatric Drugs", "How does a sane person find meaning in a world gone mad? The question is not a new one, but author/psychologist Bruce Levine offers timely insights about the social and cultural causes of demoralization. Like other critical thinkers within the existential tradition Levine implies that the phenomenon of psychological depression is a 'not unreasonable' response to the pressures of corporate authoritarianism. What was once a country of immigrant aliens has become increasingly a country of the alienated. But is this alienation inevitable? Surviving America's Depression Epidemic presents startling facts, powerful anecdotes, and poignant aphorisms. In this, the Dark Age of the pharmaceutical-military-industrial complex, Levine has given a much needed wake-up call which challenges each of us to find our own antidote, in the healing aspects of integrity, nature, self-transcendence, and community."--Grace E. Jackson, MD, author of Rethinking Psychiatric Drugs: A Guide for Informed Consent, "In a society permeated by medicalized images of 'depression,' Bruce Levine reminds us to take a broader view, and incorporate historical analysis, social criticism, cross-cultural perspectives, creative insights, and spiritual wisdom into any future public discourse about why so many in our culture are so unhappy, and how we can best help them thrive instead. Surviving America's Depression Epidemic is a bold, intelligent, courageous, and insightful book that will enlighten and inspire many individuals who count themselves as among 'the depressed' (including myself)."--Thomas Armstrong, Ph.D. author of The Human Odyssey, and The Myth of the A.D.D. Child, "How does a sane person find meaning in a world gone mad? The question isnot a new one, but Bruce Levine offers timely insights about the social and cultural causes of demoralization. In this, the Dark Age of the pharmaceutical-military-industrial complex, Levine gives a much needed wake-up call that challenges each of us to find our own antidote in the healing aspects of integrity, nature, self-transcendence, and community." — Grace E. Jackson, M.D., author of Rethinking Psychiatric Drugs, "WhileSurviving AmericaÂ’s Depression Epidemicis an excellent self-help book, it is not just for the clinically depressed. This well-conceived and researched book illuminates the general malaise tinting the canvas of our lives and validates the background of unhappiness inherent in our contemporary lifestyles—a background often mislabeled as pathological. We are all trying to survive this epidemic. The book is empowering, energizing, and provides a road map to greater psychological health, motivation, and fulfillment." --Stuart Shipko, M.D., author of Surviving Panic Disorder, "Surviving America's Depression Epidemic bravely connects much of the overwhelming despair in our society to society itself, and offers innovative remedies. I encourage anyone who has ever asked, 'What are the alternatives to the current mental health system?' -- to read this book. Bruce shows us an array of specific, practical options to fight the good fight on our increasingly demoralized planet. As a psychiatric survivor, I highly recommend that mental health professionals read this book."--David W. Oaks, Director MindFreedom International, "WhileSurviving America’s Depression Epidemicis an excellent self-help book, it is not just for the clinically depressed. This well-conceived and researched book illuminates the general malaise tinting the canvas of our lives and validates the background of unhappiness inherent in our contemporary lifestyles—a background often mislabeled as pathological. We are all trying to survive this epidemic. The book is empowering, energizing, and provides a road map to greater psychological health, motivation, and fulfillment." —Stuart Shipko, M.D., author of Surviving Panic Disorder, Bruce Levine exposes our unhealthy way of life. He argues convincingly that modern medicine—marvel that it is—cannot save us from the pains and struggles that come with living and dying. His is a trenchant, though not ideological, critique of ‘powers and principalities’ that prey upon depression, powers that have greatly increased in our lifetime. His simple calls to restore lost communal and personal practices ring true. I plan to share this book with church members fighting depression or tempted to despair.” —Rev. Randy Cooper, United Methodist pastor (Ripley, TN), If you’ve ever smelled a rat in the way corporate America tears down community with one hand and pushes antidepressant drugs with the other, this book is for you.” —Will Hall, co-founder of Freedom Center (Northampton, MA) and staff member, The Icarus Project, This well-written and insightful book locates depression where it should be situated—in the dehumanization of American culture and the corporatization of psychological health and well-being. Moreover, Dr. Levine offers insights into what we’ve lost sight of and what we can do about it.” — David Walker, Ph.D., Associate Professor, American School of Professional Psychology, "Surviving America's Depression Epidemic inspired me as I was reading it and a few days later I even notice that some of my own ideas and behaviors have actually changed. There are many brilliant insights throughout, forgotten in our modern helping culture. The book would be just as--or even more--useful for helping professionals as for laypersons. It's the best self-help book I've ever read and I'd recommend it to anyone. What makes the book so valuable and interesting... is that Bruce links the most private personal troubles to the most complex socio-economic trends, without trivializing either dimension. Rather he constantly engages the reader, revitalizes, and inspires one to want to transform oneself and the world. Is there anything more to ask for?"--Professor David Cohen, College of Social Work, Justice, and Public Affairs, Florida International University and co-author of Your Drug May Be Your Problem: How and Why to Stop Taking Psychiatric Drugs, Unlike pharmaceuticals, this book is an anti-depressant that works. When depression is a reaction to a depressing culture, all the drugs in the world can’t numb us to the truth that health—whether mental, physical, or spiritual—is about wholeness. This is the message we should be getting from our preachers, politicians, doctors, teachers, and therapists. What a rare, welcome, and timely message.” —Rev. Davidson Loehr, author ofAmerica, Fascism, and God, "Surviving America's Depression Epidemicbravely connects much of the overwhelming despair in our society to society itself, and offers innovative remedies. I encourage anyone who has ever asked, "What are the alternatives to the current mental health system?" -- to read this book. Bruce shows us an array of specific, practical options to fight the good fight on our increasingly demoralized planet. As a psychiatric survivor, I highly recommend that mental health professionals read this book." --David W. Oaks, Director MindFreedom International, "So, Whos Not Depressed" inspired me as I was reading it and a few days later I even notice that some of my own ideas and behaviors have actually changed. There are many brilliant insights throughout, forgotten in our modern helping culture. The book would be just asor even moreuseful for helping professionals as for laypersons. It's the best self-help book I've ever read and I'd recommend it to anyone. What makes the book so valuable and interesting... is that Bruce links the most private personal troubles to the most complex socio-economic trends, without trivializing either dimension. Rather he constantly engages the reader, revitalizes, and inspires one to want to transform oneself and the world. Is there anything more to ask for?Professor David Cohen, College of Social Work, Justice, and Public Affairs, Florida International University, If youve ever smelled a rat in the way corporate America tears down community with one hand and pushes antidepressant drugs with the other, this book is for you.Will Hall, co-founder of Freedom Center (Northampton, MA) and staff member, The Icarus Project, "Surviving AmericaÂ’s Depression Epidemicbravely connects much of the overwhelming despair in our society to society itself, and offers innovative remedies. I encourage anyone who has ever asked, "What are the alternatives to the current mental health system?" -- to read this book. Bruce shows us an array of specific, practical options to fight the good fight on our increasingly demoralized planet. As a psychiatric survivor, I highly recommend that mental health professionals read this book." --David W. Oaks, Director MindFreedom International, "If you’ve ever smelled a rat in the way corporate America tears down community with one hand and pushes antidepressant drugs with the other, this book is for you." —Will Hall, co-founder of Freedom Center (Northampton, MA) and staff member, The Icarus Project, "How does a sane person find meaning in a world gone mad? The question isnot a new one, but Bruce Levine offers timely insights about the social and cultural causes of demoralization. In this, the Dark Age of the pharmaceutical-military-industrial complex, Levine gives a much needed wake-up call that challenges each of us to find our own antidote in the healing aspects of integrity, nature, self-transcendence, and community." —Grace E. Jackson, M.D., author of Rethinking Psychiatric Drugs, "How does a sane person find meaning in a world gone mad? The question is not a new one, but author/psychologist Bruce Levine offers timely insights about the social and cultural causes of demoralization. Like other critical thinkers within the existential tradition Levine implies that the phenomenon of psychological depression is a ‘not unreasonable” response to the pressures of corporate authoritarianism. What was once a country of immigrant aliens has become increasingly a country of the alienated. But is this alienation inevitable?Surviving America’s Depression Epidemicpresents startling facts, powerful anecdotes, and poignant aphorisms. In this, the Dark Age of the pharmaceutical-military-industrial complex, Levine has given a much needed wake-up call which challenges each of us to find our own antidote, in the healing aspects of integrity, nature, self-transcendence, and community." —Grace E. Jackson, MD, author ofRethinking Psychiatric Drugs: A Guide for Informed Consent, "This is a terrific book. Bruce E. Levine argues convincingly that our modern depression epidemic is the result of a demoralized society. He integrates critical thinking about psychiatry, extensive clinical experience with clients diagnosed as depressed, and a refreshing look at the factors that affect our morale—alienation, consumerism, and spirituality. Highly recommended." —Jeffrey Lacasse, MSW, Visiting Lecturer, College of Social Work, Florida State University, Bruce Levine exposes our unhealthy way of life. He argues convincingly that modern medicinemarvel that it iscannot save us from the pains and struggles that come with living and dying. His is a trenchant, though not ideological, critique of powers and principalities that prey upon depression, powers that have greatly increased in our lifetime. His simple calls to restore lost communal and personal practices ring true. I plan to share this book with church members fighting depression or tempted to despair.Rev. Randy Cooper, United Methodist pastor (Ripley, TN)
Table of Content
Introduction Chapter One: "We're Lost, But We're Making Good Time": Marketing, Myths, Science, and Society Chapter Two: Morale and Energy Chapter Three: Understanding Self-Destructive Ways>br />Chapter Four: Healing, Wholeness, and Choice Chapter Five: Self-Absorption, Self-Acceptance, Self-Release, and Life Beyond Self>br />Chapter Six: Public Passion and Reclaiming Community Epilogue Notes
Copyright Date
2007
Target Audience
Trade
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2007-023897
Dewey Decimal
362.196/8527
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes
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