This book is a collection of the stories of thirty women of all ages and backgrounds who have experienced or have recovered from depression. Its narrative of courage weaves together the pain of the fight against depression with the wisdom that comes from surviving and overcoming the disorder. The accounts in the book describe the kinds of psychological traps that keep women in the hold of depression. They offer solid advice about what women need to get over an episode and avoid depression in the future. Together with insights from the latest research, the book includes an analysis of the most successful depression treatment strategies, a comprehensive description of current medications and the alternatives to them, and self-assessment questions at the end of each chapter help you begin thinking about your own depression experience.
"Thoughtfully written advice on how to deal when people start calling you 'ma'am' instead of 'miss.' Funny, refreshingly direct, and tremendously helpful."
-Jancee Dunn, "Rolling Stone"
"This is an important book for any woman facing thirty-something years whether she's close to thirty or still trying to make sense of what happened when thirty hit. I only wish I'd had the comforting companionship of this book when I was 'facing 30.'"
-Laurel Harris Durenberger, publisher/editor, "The Urbanite"
