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Recently I reviewed a powerful and innovative book called Conquering Depression In The Golden Years by Valentin Bragin, M.D., Ph.D. Today I am going to provide a list of rules he offers in his book on how to overcome depression.
Dr. Bragin is the founder and director of the Stress Relief and Memory Training Center in Brooklyn, New York. He not only provides valuable information regarding geriatric depression, but he helps the elderly, their families and caretakers to learn how to overcome this disease.
The following list is quoted directly from his book. I encourage anyone who has a loved one suffering from depression, to purchase this book and have them immediately start following the dietary and exercise program Dr. Bragin has outlined.
Dr. Bragin’s 9 Rules to Overcoming Depression
“These nine basic rules should help you regain a positive mindset. Even using only some of these will be enough to achieve your goals:
- Exercise your brain and the muscles regularly.
- Enjoy every day and every moment of your life.
- Laugh.
- Use humor.
- Avoid negative news and conversations.
- Listen to music.
- Take medications on time.
- Engage in fun, enjoyable activities.
- Maintain the hope of recovery.”
As you read through this list, can you see how practicing each line item can help someone overcome depression?
Dr. Bragin gives homework assignments and stresses they are absolutely necessary to succeed in the ongoing battle with depression.
I have never read a more practical and easy to use guide to conquering a horrible disease such as depression. He also wrote the book How to Activate Your Brain, a practical guide to brain stimulation.
Dr. Bragin provides hope for those who are struggling with mental decline, as well as for those who struggle with depression.
I hope you take the opportunity to read, learn, and use the practical information this learned expert provides to finally overcome depression.
You can purchase Conquering Depression in the Golden Years at Amazon.com.
