Updating and expanding on the highly acclaimed first edition, this volume addresses the need for a comprehensive review of the most current information available on depression. The Handbook surveys current theories and treatment models, covering everything both the M.D. and the non-M.D. needs to know. Bringing together well- known authorities, this important work is a state-of-the-art resource for all mental health professionals working in any area of depression research and clinical practice.

Addressing myriad issues, the Handbook covers the epidemiology, diagnostic classification, and assessment of depression; Axis I disorders; and the relationship of depression to personality disorders and other medical conditions. Biological processes in depression and genetic research are examined, as are biological/pharmacological treatment and diagnostic methods. With a particular emphasis on psychological treatment approaches, the book provides detailed discussion of cognitive, behavioral, and interpersonal therapies; couple and family therapies; long-term analytic care; and integrative techniques.

Covering a range of special populations and situations, chapters include discussion of depression in children, adolescents, the elderly, and women. Techniques for managing suicidal patients are described, as is coping with depression in a life context. Substantial appendices cites instruments for measuring depression and indicate where they can be obtained.

A definitive resource, Handbook of Depression: Second Edition is valuable to all mental health professionals--including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, counselors, and nurses--treating depressed persons and their families. It is also an ideal teaching text for graduate courses.