When Going Through Hell... Don't Stop! A Survivor's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and Clinical Depression - Softcover

Bloch, Douglas

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0929671023 ISBN 13: 9780929671024

Publisher: Pallas Communications, 1999

Synopsis

When Going Through Hell...Don't Stop! A Survivor's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and Clinical Depression--which describes the dramatic story of author and counselor Douglas Bloch's battle with, and ultimate recovery from, a life-threatening depressive illness. Although the managed care mental health system failed to provide him with adequate treatment, Mr. Bloch devised "a daily survival plan for living in hell" which he adopted until the power of spirit, acting through a group of committed, loving people, brought about his recovery.

In addition to his compelling story, Mr. Bloch outlines a fourteen point "brain maintenance" program--a holistic approach to the treatment of anxiety and depression that includes: diet; nutrition; exercise; stress-reduction; medication; vitamin, mineral, and herbal supplements; and the importance of creating strong bonds of social support (social isolation is both a cause of and a consequence of depression).

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About the Author

Douglas Bloch, M.A., is an author, teacher, and counselor who writes and speaks on the topics of psychology, healing and spirituality. He earned his B.A. in Psychology from New York University and an M.A. in Counseling from the University of Oregon. He is the author of ten books, including the inspirational self-help trilogy Words That Heal: Affirmations and Meditations for Daily Living; Listen to Your Inner Voice; and I Am With You Always, as well as the parenting book The Power of Positive Talk: Words to Help Every Child Succeed. In addition, Douglas has written three books on depression recovery: When Going Through Hell...Don't Stop!: A Survivor's Guide to Overoming Anxiety and Clinical Depression; Healing From Depression: 12 Weeks to a Better Mood; and Words That Heal the Blues: Affirmations and Meditations for Living Optimally With Mood Disorders. A former radio talk show host and popular public speaker, Douglas has given hundreds of lectures and workshops to businesses, schools, church groups, recovery centers and national psychology conferences. He has also appeared on radio and television shows across the country. Douglas currently leads healing from depression and anxiety support groups in the Portland area.

Review

Douglas Bloch exhibits the traits of a true survivor. The techniques he used to recover from depression can be used by others who are struggling to overcome a difficult ordeal. A rare accomplishment. -- Al Siebert, Ph.D., author of The Survivor Personality

Douglas Bloch has written a triumphant, poignant account of his successful battle with a depression which nearly took his life. He lays bare his soul and reveals how he came through. This book is an important and valuable contribution to the millions of people who suffer from depression and to the doctors who treat them. -- Larry Dossey, M.D., author of Reinventing Medicine

Douglas Bloch writes with the insight and power of message only available to someone who has walked in some of the deepest darkness a human can know. When Going Through Hell, Dont Stop is much more than one mans journey. It is a powerful contribution to anyone seeking help for themselves or someone they love. --Mary Manin Morrissey, author of Building Your Field of Dreams

About this edition

• Publisher: Pallas Communications
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0929671023
• ISBN 13: 9780929671024
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 294