Five Keys to Dealing with Depression

Loss of interest. Drastic changes in appetite. Deep sadness. Feeling constantly tired. Thoughts of death or suicide. The symptoms and signs of depression vary over a wide range and affect every part of our lives, so why shouldn't our treatment be just as complete? Five Keys to Depression focuses on the whole-person for whole healing with practical tips, valuable biblical insight, and shame-free help.

Effective Depression Help with the Whole-Person Approach

People are not one-dimensional and neither should be the help given to them. A whole-person is made up of five key aspects and this book makes it easy-to-understand to see how depression affects each area--and how to get healthy in each of these areas--

1. Emotional
2. Intellectual
3. Relational
4. Physical
5. Spiritual

Featuring helpful checklists and research in an easy-to-read format, Jantz's Five Keys to Dealing with Depression doesn't just manage symptoms. It equips you with the tools and God's truth to care for the whole person.

There are thousands of books on depression. But oftentimes they give very general recommendations that don't apply to everyone and ignore the spiritual aspects of a person.

... I saw a one-size-fits-all answer given to depressed people. They were told they had nothing to be depressed about and to 'just get over it.' --Dr. Gregory Jantz

Imagine having a book that pulls from Scripture and science that speaks to the whole person, showing them how to be restored emotionally, intellectually, relationally, physically, and spiritually.

See Key Information about Overcoming Depression at a Glance Spot Signs of Depression and Find Whole Healing

How do I know if I'm depressed? Dr. Gregory Jantz gives you practical ways to recognize the signs of depression. Learn the characteristics of depression and what to do if you are suffering from depression. Full lists for warning signs of depression and signs of clinical depression are included in the book. Here are just a few--

A loss of interest in established activities Feeling constantly exhausted Feelings of hopelessness or isolation Significant change in appetite (weight loss or gain) Thoughts of suicide or death Deep sadness or anxiety 5 Keys to Treating Depression with the Whole-Person Approach

Depression is so much more than negative feelings or emotions. Learning to identify various sources of stress and imbalance is key to finding freedom from depression.

1. Emotional Balance

In depression, events can often trigger opposing emotions: a promotion may produce thoughts of despair and fear. People who are depressed find it much easier to feel negatively. 5 Keys to Dealing with Depression walks you through the ways fear, anger, and guilt can cause depression and provides step-by-step methods to overcome emotional imbalance--

1. Recognize, Promote, and Sustain Positive Emotions
2. Identify Negative and Positive Self-Talk
3. Learn to Choose Your Attitude and much more!

2. Intellectual Integrity

Fighting depression can cause a person to know they're not good enough, or know they don't deserve to be happy. 5 Keys to Dealing with Depression will help you recognize these false truths and half-truths that can overwhelm even the best of us.

3. Relational Support

Family and those we surround ourselves with tell us about our place in the world. Negative experiences, especially from childhood, can create patterns of negative self-talk or abusive relationships. Follow the 5 steps to dealing with false perceptions and learn to change your self-talk and set healthy relational boundaries with other people.

4. Physical Healing

Feeling depressed is not just a mental state. Depression is a destructive whole-body condition that must be addressed physically as well as mentally. The body holds its own special key to overcoming depression. Get practical tips and advice that covers--

• Medical and Health Conditions (including heart disease, diabetes, heredity, etc.)
• Environmental Factors (including lead, mercury, organic solvents, etc.)
• Self-Induced Substances (including caffeine, alcohol, certain medications, etc.)

5 Keys to Dealing with Depression also includes helpful tips on eating healthier, drinking enough water, exercise, nutritional support, and restful sleep that can dramatically improve your health.

5. Spiritual Support

Our faith reveals meaning and purpose in our lives, so when that area of your life is damaged by depression, it's especially painful. Dr. Jantz includes 6 biblical truths that get twisted in the midst of depression as well as 9 practical tips to help you take the first steps toward recovery!

About the Author Dr. Gregory Jantz

Dr. Jantz's center, A Place of HOPE, is recognized as a top ten facility in the U.S. for the treatment of depression. Dr. Jantz is a best-selling author of 30 books. He is a go-to media source expert for a range of behavioral-based afflictions, as well as drug and alcohol addictions. Dr. Jantz has appeared on CNN, FOX, ABC, CBS, and has been interviewed for the New York Post, Associated Press, Family Circle, and Women's Day. He is also a regular contributor to The Huffington Post and Psychology Today blogs.