The Peace of Mind Prescription: An Authoritative Guide to Finding the Most Effective Treatment for Anxiety and Depression

by Charles Nemeroff, Dennis S. Charney, Charles B. Nemeroff

Book Overview

Anxiety and depression rank among the most serious medical disorders today. According to the World Health Organization, depression causes more disabilities than any other condition. Yet 80 percent of the 38 million Americans suffering from anxiety and depression receive inadequate treatment. Inspired by their work with patients and patient-advocacy groups, the psychiatrists Dennis S. Charney and Charles B. Nemeroff are on a mission to help everyone...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0618335021
• ISBN13: 9780618335022
• Release Date: April 2004
• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
• Length: 259 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.4" x 9.4"

Customer Reviews

Getting the best treatment for depression, not just 'how to cope'

Any suffering from anxiety or depression will find plenty of books on the market about the topic - what makes THE PEACE OF MIND PERSCRIPTION: AN AUTHORITATIVE GUIDE TO FINDING THE MOST EFFECTIVE TREATMENT FOR ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION provides important information on how to get the best treatment, not just how to cope with the problem. Now available in paperback is a fine reference to the world of psychiatry which contrasts treatment approaches, links case history examples to illustrate points, and surveys both seasonal and medical depression. An important, essential guide any general collection should include.

Inspirational & Informative. Five stars, with gusto!

Drs Charney and Nemeroff have made a profound contribution. The remarkably comprehensive cutting edge treatment information makes this book an extraordinary find for readers who suffer from, or have loved ones who suffer from, mood disorders. Treatment details are sensitively buttressed using poignant vignettes from individuals who courageously shared their stories with the authors. Clearly, these world experts in the treatment of mood disorders are very much in touch with the pain and struggle of the day to day life in individuals suffering from mental illness. Definitly a 5 star read. The writing is inspirational; this book will change lives.

Definitive Book on Depression and Anxiety

Peace of Mind Prescription is a scientific book written by some of the top psychiatric minds in the world, but it is written for the layperson so that it is accessible for anyone. I highly reccomend it to anyone who suffers from depression and/or anxiety, as well as to anyone with a general interest in understanding the dynamics behind these frightening diseases. Dennis Charney is brilliant.

I can see clearly now...

I am a psychology doctoral student and after reading this book I had a MUCH clearer understanding of all of the different treatments and conceptualizations of depression and anxiety. This book did an excellent job of bringing together all of the most up to date information on how to treat these debilitating illnesses. It is very helpful to have one book that addresses so many of the questions professionals and lay people alike may have about depression and anxiety. I HIGHLY recommend it!

The Ultimate Book for Getting Help--READ IT!!!

This is the best book I have ever read. It has helped me and I highly recommend it if you are suffering from depression or know someone who is. Not only do the authors suggest how to get help, they explain in simple terms the chemical reasons for your depression. It's a great read and I can't think of a better way to start the road to recovery.