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    First Aid Tips for Depression: Overcoming Depression In 4 Simple Steps
    First Aid Tips for Depression: Overcoming Depression In 4 Simple Steps
    First Aid Tips for Depression: Overcoming Depression In 4 Simple Steps
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    First Aid Tips for Depression: Overcoming Depression In 4 Simple Steps

    By Michael Rayel

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    Depression is a serious and disabling medical illness. If not recognized and treated early, it can result in death through suicide or substantial financial burden due to lost income and inability to function. The need for early intervention cannot be overemphasized. To prevent depression from worsening, something must be done!

    In First Aid Tips for Depression: Overcoming depression in 4 simple steps, Dr. Michael Rayel has reintroduced the CARE approach as first aid for depression. This quick and practical approach consists of a four-step process that describes how to recognize depression, what you can do once it is recognized, what psychiatric disorders to consider as possible causes, and how you can deal with it.

    The book is divided in three parts. Part 1 deals with the mental health first aid concepts: The CARE Approach, HEAL Yourself, HELP Others, and ABCs of first aid. Part 2 focuses on relevant coping skills to address mental, personal, and interpersonal issues. Anger management and problem-solving strategies are good examples. And Part 3 is about first aid with emphasis on depression, its signs and symptoms, possible disorders that lead to it, and early intervention strategies.

    First Aid Tips for Depression should give you the courage to face depression head on, the confidence to deal with its challenges, and the necessary strategies to succeed in overcoming it.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMichael Rayel
    Release dateMar 1, 2014
    ISBN9781311143242
    First Aid Tips for Depression: Overcoming Depression In 4 Simple Steps
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    Michael Rayel

    Fondly called "Mike" or "Doc" by friends and colleagues, Dr. Michael G. Rayel loves to laugh and to explore the world as he pursues his diverse interests — from promoting mental health to being active in sports, from hiking and traveling to writing articles and books.Born and raised in the Philippines, Dr. Mike learned the value of hard work, respect, discipline, and faith early on. At a young age, he had seen how his mother would toil as a teacher during the day and as a businesswoman at night, and still had time to pray and attend church regularly. Similarly his father, who was a farmer all his life, showed him the joy of simple living, the wonders of facing life's challenges with humor and strong resolve.Surrounded by loving family, he further developed confidence, positive attitude, and sense of humor amid the uncertainty in his community. The lack of money in the household was well compensated by loads of fun and laughter. Also, his Lola (grandmother) ensured that he would get ample advice before exploring the world on his own.As a child, his parents inculcated the value of education as the surest passport to success. His father used to say, “Success is when you’re able to add two or more letters before or after your name. Once you have those extra letters, you will never worry as jobs will chase after you.”After medical school, he moved to North America determined to chase his dreams, inspired to live the life he yearned for. Very soon, he found himself training in USA, mentored by some of the finest minds in psychiatry. He finished general psychiatry at New York Medical College, geriatric psychiatry at New York University Medical Center, and forensic and correctional psychiatry at Harvard Medical School.With a strong sense of travel and adventure, Dr. Mike and his family moved to Canada where they have settled and thrived for the past several years. In this amazing place, he has met some of the friendliest and kindest people and has experienced some of the most scenic, heavenly places on earth.Inspired by his family and surroundings, he has honed his talents, creating award-winning games (e.g. Oikos Game, Fikloo, Wordigy, and Actus Tale)and educational materials designed to help others flourish. As a board-certified psychiatrist, he has helped many individuals and families with their mental health and personal issues. Despite his busy clinical practice, he has dedicated his time in writing books, in publishing webinars in mental health and psychiatry, and in creating educational products. You may visit his blog www.shrinkyourtroubles.com/blog to learn more about his latest activities.As a hands-on Dad, Dr. Mike has been involved in most of his children’s activities and has coached his sons’ sports teams. With a supportive wife beside him, things are looking up.

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      First Aid Tips for Depression - Michael Rayel

      First Aid Tips for Depression:

      Overcoming depression in 4 simple steps

      By:

      Michael G. Rayel, MD

      COPYRIGHT © 2013 Michael G. Rayel, MD

      Smashwords Edition

      All rights reserved. No part of this book shall be reproduced, stored in retrieval system, or transmitted by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without written permission from the publisher. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher and author assume no responsibility for errors, inaccuracies, inconsistency, or omissions. All case scenarios are purely fictitious. Any resemblance to real people, either living or deceased, is entirely coincidental. Any slights against people or organizations are unintentional. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein.

      Note: This publication contains the opinions and ideas of its author. It is intended to provide helpful and informative material on the subject matter covered. The author and publisher do not guarantee any clinical improvement, treatment, or cure.

      The author and publisher specifically disclaim any responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the contents of this book. Likewise, they have traced the copyright holders of borrowed materials. If appropriate citations have been unintentionally omitted or overlooked, just let them know so necessary corrections can be made.

      If you do not wish to be bound by the above, you must immediately return this book to the retailer upon receipt and before use for a full refund.

      Dedication

      In loving memory of my beloved parents: Lourdes G. Rayel and Lorenzo S. Rayel

      Preface

      What can you do if you’re not feeling well, feeling down in the dumps with no interest to do anything?

      Or how about if your spouse or a close relative is having crying spells, often irritable with the slightest provocation, thinking of harming himself or herself despite no obvious reason?

      These situations may seem difficult to understand but they’re real nonetheless. In fact, they suggest the presence of medical condition or chemical imbalance affecting the brain.

      What simple steps can you apply to face depression?

      In First Aid Tips for Depression: Overcoming depression in 4 simple steps, I have introduced the CARE approach as first aid for depression. This quick and practical approach consists of a four-step process that describes how to recognize depression, what you can do once it is recognized, what psychiatric disorders to consider as possible causes, and how you can deal with it.

      The book is divided in three parts. Part 1 deals with the mental health first aid concepts: The CARE Approach, HEAL Yourself, HELP Others, and ABCs of first aid. Part 2 focuses on relevant coping skills to address mental, personal, and interpersonal issues. Anger management and problem-solving strategies are good examples. And Part 3 is about first aid with emphasis on depression, its signs and symptoms, possible disorders that lead to it, and early intervention strategies.

      In all parts, hypothetical case scenarios have been included to showcase and explain the main ideas and concepts.

      First Aid Tips for Depression should give you the courage to face depression head on, the confidence to deal with its challenges, and the necessary tools to succeed in overcoming it.

      I hope that you’ll find this book practical and helpful. Good luck!

      Michael G. Rayel, MD

      About Michael G. Rayel, MD

      A board-certified psychiatrist with subspecialty in geriatric psychiatry and psychosomatic medicine, Dr. Mike Rayel has published many articles and books on mental health, psychiatry, and parenting.

      Dr. Rayel’s current project includes the Shrink Series for psychiatry and mental health including the First Aid Tips series. His recent works consist of Psychiatry Certification Review Series and A-31-Day Series.

      After completing his psychiatry residency and psychodynamic psychotherapy training at New York Medical College, he pursued fellowships in geriatric psychiatry at New York University Medical Center and forensic psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Mental Health Center.

      As a member of MUN faculty, Discipline of Psychiatry, he has taught students and physicians in training and has given lectures and presentations.

      An avid sportsman, he has joined table

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