What to Do When Your Partner Is Depressed

Supporting Your Loved One While Caring for Yourself

By David J. A. Dozois | Publisher: Guilford Publications

About the book

Being in a relationship with someone who is depressed can feel overwhelming. You’re showing up, staying patient, and trying to manage--often while feeling unseen, unappreciated, even resentful. This book is for you. Renowned researcher and cognitive-behavioral therapist David J. A. Dozois walks you through everything you need to know about depression and how to help your partner recover. Learn evidence-based strategies and \"dos and don'ts\" for communicating sensitively with your partner, helping them find the right treatment, encouraging them to reengage with activities they enjoy, and challenging negative thinking. Dr. Dozois also provides crucial guidance for attending to your own needs and well-being. For couples seeking to keep their bond strong and overcome depression together, this book offers a grounded, hopeful path forward.

Editions of What to Do When Your Partner Is Depressed

Paperback
ISBN 9781462557554
EBook
ISBN 9781462563630

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Being in a relationship with someone who is depressed can feel overwhelming. You’re showing up, staying patient, and trying to manage--often while feeling unseen, unappreciated, even resentful. This book is for you. Renowned researcher and cognitive-behavioral therapist David J. A. Dozois walks you through everything you need to know about depression and how to help your partner recover. Learn evidence-based strategies and \"dos and don'ts\" for communicating sensitively with your partner, helping them find the right treatment, encouraging them to reengage with activities they enjoy, and challenging negative thinking. Dr. Dozois also provides crucial guidance for attending to your own needs and well-being. For couples seeking to keep their bond strong and overcome depression together, this book offers a grounded, hopeful path forward.

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Being in a relationship with someone who is depressed can feel overwhelming. You’re showing up, staying patient, and trying to manage--often while feeling unseen, unappreciated, even resentful. This book is for you. Renowned researcher and cognitive-behavioral therapist David J. A. Dozois walks you through everything you need to know about depression and how to help your partner recover. Learn evidence-based strategies and \"dos and don'ts\" for communicating sensitively with your partner, helping them find the right treatment, encouraging them to reengage with activities they enjoy, and challenging negative thinking. Dr. Dozois also provides crucial guidance for attending to your own needs and well-being. For couples seeking to keep their bond strong and overcome depression together, this book offers a grounded, hopeful path forward.

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Society and Social Sciences > Psychology > Abnormal psychology

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David J. A. Dozois

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Guilford Publications

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What to Do When Your Partner Is Depressed is available as paperback(ISBN 9781462557554) and ebook(ISBN 9781462563630)

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