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The Upward Spiral

Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time

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The Upward Spiral

By: Alex Korb PhD.
Narrated by: David deVries
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Depression can feel like a downward spiral, pulling you down into a vortex of sadness, fatigue, and apathy. Based in the latest research in neuroscience, this audiobook offers dozens of little things you can do every day to rewire your brain and create an upward spiral toward a happier, healthier life.

Depression doesn't happen all at once. It starts gradually and builds momentum over time. If you go through a difficult experience, you may stop taking care of yourself. You may stop exercising and eating healthy, which will end up making you feel even worse as time goes on. You are caught in a downward spiral, but you may feel too tired, too overwhelmed, and too scared to try to pull yourself back up. The good news is that just one small step can be a step in the right direction.

In The Upward Spiral, neuroscientist Alex Korb demystifies the neurological processes in the brain that cause depression and offers effective ways to get better--one little step at a time. In the book, you'll discover that there isn't "one big solution" that will solve your depression. Instead, there are dozens of small, practical things you can do to alleviate your symptoms and start healing. Some are as simple as relaxing certain muscles to reduce feelings of anxiety while others involve making small efforts toward more positive social interactions. Small steps in the right direction can have profound effects--giving you the power literally to "reshape" your brain.

Like most people, you probably didn't wake up one day and find yourself completely depressed. Instead, it probably happened over time, as a series of reactions to difficult situations and negative thinking. But if you are ready to reverse the trajectory of your depression and find lasting happiness, this audiobook will show you how.

©2015 Alex Korb (P)2015 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved
Mental Health Mental Health Awareness Mood Disorders Neuroscience & Neuropsychology Personal Development Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Health Happiness Human Brain Depression Self Help

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This book was great. It explains how the brain work and reacts.
I loved the little type and useful strategies one can put in place.
I would recommend it to enyone who is struggling with metal health and everyone to help them to be more aware of how others are feeling and might be affected.

Great strategies

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Amazing book which goes beyond the usual pop psychology and highlights underlying dynamics of depression

Great insights in depression and cope successfully

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I liked the practical ideas to address specific symptoms with a simple solution and explanation
I am walking and listening and my mental health is improving as I put my learning into practice

Small steps big difference

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Great info and tips. Highly recommended. Useful for those wanting help or those trying to help someone else.

Challenge your depression

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Probably some of the best advice. Could do with some tools to help apply it.

Good evidence based teaching and advice.

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