Treatment of Depression in Adolescents and Adults

Praise for Treatment of Depression in Adolescents andAdults "This outstanding book, written for clinicians, provides afascinating examination of leading depression treatments supportedby cutting-edge scientific evidence. The editors have assembled animpressive list of authors who expertly describe each interventionat a level of detail rarely seen in other books. Clinicians lookingfor guidance on how to implement evidence-based treatments fordepression will find this book indispensable." --Aaron T. Beck, MD, Professor of Psychiatry,University of Pennsylvania President Emeritus, Beck Institute forCognitive Therapy and Research "This is a much-needed book that can increase accessibility ofempirically based treatments to practicing clinicians. The chaptersare informative, readable, and peppered with clinical examples thatbring the treatments to life. This book is an essential bridge toenhance dissemination of some of our most potent treatments fordepression to those on the front lines of treatmentdelivery." --Adele M. Hayes, PhD, Associate Professor ofPsychology, University of Delaware Evidence-based interventions for treating depression inadolescents and adults Part of the Clinician's Guide to Evidence-Based Practice Series,Treatment of Depression in Adolescents and Adults providesbusy mental health practitioners with detailed, step-by-stepguidance for implementing clinical interventions that are supportedby the latest scientific evidence. This thorough, yet practical volume draws on a roster of expertsand researchers in the field who have assembled state-of-the-artknowledge into this well-rounded guide. Each chapter serves as apractitioner-focused how-to reference and covers interventions thathave the best empirical support for the treatment of depression,including: * Cognitive Behavior Therapy * Behavioral Activation * Cognitive Behavioral Analysis System of Psychotherapy forChronic Depression Easy to use and accessible in tone, Treatment of Depressionin Adolescents and Adults is indispensable for practitionerswho would like to implement evidence-based, culturally competent,effective interventions in their care of clients struggling withdepression.