Clinical Depression

Keith S. Dobson, PhD, is professor emeritus of clinical psychology at the University of Calgary where he served as director of the clinical psychology program and head of the Department of Psychology. His research focuses on depression models and treatments, particularly cognitive behavioral therapies. His books include the Handbook of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies, Fourth Edition; Law, Standards and Ethics in the Practice of Psychology, Fourth Edition; The Stigma of Mental Illness; and Treatment of Psychosocial Risk Factors in Depression. He has received numerous awards, including the Canadian Psychological Association Gold Medal for Lifetime Contributions to Psychology and the Order of Canada.

Introduction: Developing Multifaceted Models and Interventions for Depression Acknowledgments Part I. Understanding Depression and Its Treatment Chapter 1. The Nature of Depression Chapter 2. Risk and Resiliency for Major Depression Chapter 3. Evolving Models of Major Depression Part II. Beginning Therapy and Treatment Planning Chapter 4. The Intake Process: Developing a Case-Specific Treatment Model Chapter 5. Optimizing Client Engagement in Treatment Chapter 6. An Organizational Model for the Treatment of Depression Part III. Common Strategies for Treating Depression Chapter 7. Behavioral Activation: Addressing Risk Factors for Depression Chapter 8. Cognitive Restructuring in the Treatment of Depression Chapter 9. Problem-Solving Therapy Applied to Depression Chapter 10. Modifying Core Beliefs and Schemas Associated With Depression Part IV. Ending Treatment and Other Considerations Chapter 11. Ending Therapy and Relapse Prevention Chapter 12. Other Considerations in the Treatment of Depression Part V. Future Directions in Understanding and Treating Depression Chapter 13. The Next Steps in Evidence-Based Psychotherapy for Depression References Index About the Author