Read Yourself Well
These books are recommended by Changing Minds and the NHS with some comments from readers.
The IPSG is in the process of arranging a small library of these books which can be loaned from our voluntary section.
Overcoming Anxiety - Helen Kennerley "step-by-step self help guide for anxiety, panic attacks and phobias."
Overcoming depression - Paul Gilbert - This book is full of step-by-step suggestions, case examples and practical ideas for gaining control over depresssion.
Mind over mood - Dennis Greenburger "This book helped me learn how to deal with depression and anxiety."
Overcoming Panic - Derrick Silove - A complete course to help beat panic attacks.
The Feeling Good Handbook - David Burns "I frequently recommend this book to any friends of mine who are suffering from anxiety or depression".
Managing Stress: Teach Yourself - Terry Looker - Learn how to identify stress and develop your own stress management programme.
The Power of Now - Eckhart Tolle "It's like a burden has been lifted. Now there is more lightness, ease and joy to living."
Survivor Stories
Living with the Black Dog - Caroline Carr "I found this book inspiring and useful to see that there is a way to get through life"
I had a Black Dog - Matthew Johnstone "These pictures really sum it up for me. They remind me that I'm not alone".
Being Gazza - Paul Gascoigne "This is more than just one man's story...it applies to anyone in turmoil".
Down Came the Rain - Brooke Shields "This will be of comfort to any woman battling PND and who, like me, has been through it alone".
The Devil Within - Stephanie Merritt "A wonderful book that seemed at every page to be detailing my own life experiences".
Shoot the Damn Dog - Sally Brampton "I found this book inspiring and useful to see that there is a way to get through life".
