10 books for depressed people

The Noonday Demon: An Atlas of Depression by Andrew Solomon: This book is a comprehensive and insightful look at depression. Solomon explores the different causes and symptoms of depression, as well as the experiences of people who have lived with the condition.r months.

Lost Connections: Uncovering the Real Causes of Depression and the Unexpected Solutions by Johann Hari: This book challenges the conventional wisdom about depression. Hari argues that depression is not caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain, but by a variety of social and environmental factors.

Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy by David D. Burns This book teaches readers how to identify and challenge negative thoughts that contribute to depression and anxiety.

When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times by Pema Chödrön: This book offers practical advice on how to cope with difficult emotions, such as sadness, anger, and anxiety.

Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl: This book is a memoir of Frankl's experiences in a Nazi concentration camp. Frankl argues that even in the darkest of circumstances, it is possible to find meaning and purpose in life.

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk: This book explores the impact of trauma on the body and mind. Van der Kolk argues that trauma can lead to a variety of physical and mental health problems, but that it is possible to heal from trauma with the right treatment.

The Happiness Trap: How to Stop Struggling and Start Living by Russ Harris: This book teaches readers how to accept their thoughts and feelings, rather than trying to control them. Harris argues that this acceptance is the key to happiness and well-being.

Mindfulness for Beginners: Reclaiming the Present Moment and Finding Peace of Mind by Jon Kabat-Zinn: This book introduces readers to the practice of mindfulness. Kabat-Zinn argues that mindfulness can help people to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.

The Mindful Way Through Depression: Freeing Yourself from Chronic Unhappiness by Mark Williams, John Teasdale, Zindel Segal, and Jon Kabat-Zinn: This book teaches readers how to use mindfulness to cope with depression. Williams et al. argue that mindfulness can help people to change the way they relate to their thoughts and feelings, which can lead to a reduction in depression symptoms.