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In *Against Depression*, Peter D. Kramer builds on the impact of his earlier work *Listening to Prozac* to confront the cultural perception of depression as a romantic or heroic condition. He reviews emerging research that confirms the physiological and psychological seriousness of depression and encourages a more rigorous, treatment-focused approach. The book offers insights into resilience-building strategies and a hopeful outlook for those affected by mood disorders.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Psychology/General Psychology
Authors: Peter D. Kramer
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