Book Review October 1, 2002

Depression in Context: Strategies for Guided Action

Prim Care Companion J Clin Psychiatry 2002;4(5):201

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Depression in Context: Strategies for Guided Action serves asa thorough guide for those who wish to understand and treat depressionfrom a purely behavioral perspective. While the bookis intended for specialists in psychotherapy, there are many attributesthat make it useful for the primary care clinician. Thisbook provides a complete understanding of behavioral psychotherapyfor depression, addressing theoretical foundations ofbehaviorism and delving into therapeutic approaches.