The Real Solution: Depression Workbook

Depression can be costly, both physically and emotionally. The Real Solution Depression Workbook is designed to overcome depression in a way that assumes the participant has already suffered enough, has sufficiently grieved and mourned the losses in their life, has found meaning in it all, and is now ready to begin the work of changing. The reader will discover if they have a tendency to respond to life events in a way that indicates some qualities of Depression Prone Thinking (DPT). The issues of Shame, Perfection, Control, People Pleasing, and Competence are explored and solutions are offered. The Workbook has twelve sessions and is organized to complete one session per week.

skills and concepts
The Depression Prone Thinking
Anger Is a Two-Step Process
The Primitive Brain and Depression
The Evolved Brain and Being Healthy
Shame
Relaxation Skills
Shoulds
Entitlement
Fairness
Global Labeling
Jumping to Conclusions
Coping Statements and Thoughts
Desensitization
Thoughts Influence Feelings
Negative Thinking
Goals Based on Humanity, Humility, Autonomy, and Competence
Taking Action
Self Esteem Behavior
much more