The Depths: The Evolutionary Origins of the Depression Epidemic

Jonathan Rottenberg, PhD
Basic Books
2014
Target Audience
Both
About the Book

 

Understanding Depression: Why It’s More Than Just a Chemical Imbalance

Many people believe depression is caused by a simple chemical problem in the brain. But despite many treatments, depression remains common and hard to beat. This book explores why.

What You’ll Learn

  • How depression has deep roots in human evolution.
  • Why current treatments might miss the bigger picture.
  • Stories and research that show depression is common and understandable.

This book helps readers see depression in a new light, reducing shame and offering hope through real stories of recovery and new ideas for treatment.