We live in an era of depression. The World Health Organization estimates that depression affects 121 million people across the globe. It is the 4th leading cause of global disease burden, and, by the year 2020, it will be the 2nd leading cause. Plus, the experience of depression can be intensely pai[...]
Psychiatry has lagged behind many clinical specialties in recognizing the importance of narrative for understanding and effectively treating disease. With this book, Bradley Lewis makes the challenging and compelling case that psychiatrists need to promote the significance of narrative in their prac[...]
You're no idiot, of course. You know many people have turned to Buddhism as an alternative to organized religion--but you're mistaken if you believe that all Buddhists live a monklike existence.Don't wait until your next life to experience Zen The Pocket Idiot's Guide(TM) to Buddhism reveals the es[...]