Click the Google Preview button to take a look inside this book. More Than the Blues?Understanding and Dealing With DepressionSeries: Issues in Focus TodayBy Eileen Lucas DetailsDetails ReviewsReviews Depression is believed to be the most common mental health disorder, estimated to affect about 20 percent of the population. Yet the causes and treatments are often misunderstood. Eileen Lucas describes the symptoms and causes of the disorder, and she explores the types of treatment that offer hope for it. The issue is discussed from both personal and societal perspectives.Publication Date: 07/01/2009Copyright: 2010Pages: 104Trim Size: 6 1/2 x 9 1/4Illustrations: Illus. with color photographsGrade Level: 6–upAge Level: 11–upLC Number: 2008039144Dewey: 616.85FormatsFormatISBNList PriceDiscount PriceLibrary Bound Book978-0-7660-3065-7$35.93$26.95 "Drawing on research from a variety of sources and personal anecdotes, the books provide factual information and discussion of the psychological and emotional concerns associated with the diseases."The Horn Book Guide, Fall 2009"Colorful photographs and sidebar information make this a great choice for reports or browsing."http://tristatereviews.blogspot.com, January 20, 2010". . . a teenage reader will get a solid understanding of depression, be able to recognize the physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms in themselves and others, and learn how to get help . . . The text is clearly written and is interspersed with stories and statistics that keep the reader moving through the pages . . . a good place to start research and a good title to add to a health class book list."Children's Literature Loading… Other books in Issues in Focus Today 1234 Loading… Other books from the authors 1 Loading… Library Bound Book: 978-0-7660-3065-7 List Price: $35.93 Discount Price: $26.95 + Add to wish list Please log in Log in or register to create a wish list. Login or Register Loading… -----OR----- Click to buy at Amazon.com or Barnes and Noble