A clinical psychologist and expert on depression updates the book that has helped thousands with its combination of professional advice and comfort

There are few circumstances in life as hard and at the same time as important as being a friend to a person who is suffering from depression. What to Do When Someone You Love Is Depressed offers guidance to the friends and family of a depressed person on how to keep one's own spirits up and at the same time do what is best to help a loved one get through a difficult time. Among the many subjects addressed are:
the warning signs of serious illness
how to maintain intimacy and communication
the most successful forms of treatment
what to do when someone threatens suicide

This updated edition addresses readers' questions and provides new and expanded information on:
how to choose the right psychiatrist
the role and limits of medication
resistant depression
the link between depression and chronic illness
specific challenging situations and advice on handling them