This joint publication between the Royal College of Psychiatrists and the West London Health Promotion Agency is intended as a survival kit for carers of people with depression. It encourages a positive attitude towards the illness and gives an idea of what the carer can expect and how they can cope.

 

A personal account of living with someone with depression. Gives advice to carers on how to cope mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually and financially. Contains a section on where to go for help and a list of helpful organisations.

 

Amusingly illustrated throughout by Christine Roche.

 

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Contents

• Recognising depression.
• Taking a positive approach.
• Making every day life normal.
• Coping with your own feelings.
• Handing over.
• Making progress together.
• Your role as carer.
• Appendix: Where to go for help.
• Helpful addresses.
• Index