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A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭
Amsterdam, NL

Can any of you recommend good self-help books for depression (and possibly anxiety)? I can't afford actual face-to-face therapy rn but I wanna start working on getting better regardless, and I thought I'd give books a go.

May 27, 2018
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

Maybe you can look up a book called "Mind over Mood"? It's a recommended study for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy😊

June 9, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

The Noonday Demon by Andrew Solomon. It’s more of a memoir/personal gathering of stories from other people suffering from depression than “self-help” per se, but I found it helpful. Solomon is a masterful writer and he takes you right into the ugliness of his depression and how he found his way out. He has also done TED Talks videos.

May 27, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

On your question of reading self help books.
What about doing some reading online. There is a great web site called "The Mighty" - google it .. You will find some patients writing about their lives. What they have found that helps with their symptoms. Hugs, Sandra

June 10, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

One book that really lifts me up is called "Hindsfeet on High Places" by Hannah Hurnard (or something close to that)
It's a great story although considered fiction has really lifted me. See if the library has it. It's about a 2-3 day read.

June 2, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

"Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life: The New Acceptance and Commitment Therapy"

This is the self-help book I've been using to work through everything

June 1, 2018

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