What to Do When Your Partner Is Depressed: Supporting Your Loved One While Caring for Yourself (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781462557554)

What do you do when the person you love seems replaced by a stranger? Renowned researcher and cognitive-behavioral therapist David J. A. Dozois walks readers through everything they need to know about depression and how to help a partner recover in this compassionate, evidence-based guide. Depression is a heavy burden not just for sufferers, but for relationships, too. The good news is there are a range of treatments that work. Vivid stories illustrate practical strategies and "dos and don'ts" for communicating sensitively with a depressed partner, helping them find the right treatment, encouraging them to reengage with activities they enjoy, and challenging negative thinking. Readers also get tools and tips for taking good care of themselves. For couples seeking to keep their bond strong and overcome depression together, this book offers a grounded, hopeful path forward.