THE SECRET STRENGTH OF DEPRESSION:

The title might be hard to swallow for anyone who knows the dark valley of depression, but the information is complete and helpful. After making the case that depression is positive as well as painful in the human scheme of things, the author discusses medications, psychotherapy, and some attitude and lifestyle choices that can influence depression. His authoritative speaking style and academic language have the potential to interfere with the program's accessibility, but they don't. Most listeners will warm up to the speaker because the information he provides is so reasonable and empowering. T.W. © AudioFile 2001, Portland, Maine [Published: APR/MAY 01]