“Knaus’s The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Depression provides depressed individuals with all the psychological ‘workouts’ that are needed to pull them out of that state. A great resource for professionals, as well.”
—Edward J. Garcia, MA, CSW
“’Simplify and clarify’ seems to be the credo of Knaus. He has distilled his own experience and a thorough perusal of the germane literature into an accessible and succinct series of explanations and exercises that will make profound change in thinking seem facile and, if not effortless, then at least possible.”
—Joseph Gerstein, MD, FACP, founding president of SMART Recovery Self-Help Network and assistant clinical professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School (retired)
“Whether you are solving the problem of depression through medication, professional therapy, or doing it yourself, this book will be of tremendous help. The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Depression is chock-full of the ready-to-use strategies you will need to help you feel good again.”
—Jon Carlson, PsyD, EdD, Distinguished Professor at Governors State University
“This is an excellent second edition of Knaus’s workbook for overcoming depression. It contains a clear explanation of the complete range of cognitive behavior therapy techniques for managing depressive episodes and preventing relapse. It includes plans and worksheets one can readily use to keep you on track. I recommend it without reservation.”
—Anthony Kidman, AM, PhD, clinical psychologist and director of the health psychology unit of the University of Technology, Sydney
“Knaus is one of the world’s leading authorities on depression. The second edition of The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Depression will be an invaluable tool for the understanding, treatment, and elimination of this complex emotion. If you, a family member, or a friend suffers from depression, you need look no further. The knowledge contained in this workbook can guide you out of a debilitating haze that often leads to a chronic dissatisfaction in life. I cannot recommend it more highly.”
—Vincent E. Parr, PhD, clinical psychologist at the Institute for Advanced Study MRL
“One of the best, most highly readable manuals on overcoming depression I’ve ever seen. It provides explicit methods for identifying and countering the negative thought patterns that underlie depression—but that is just a start. This workbook details a compendium of the best of the empirically proven techniques for mastering depression’s major accompaniments, including self-blame, perfectionism, worthlessness, anxiety, and low frustration tolerance. Knaus then guides readers to set goals and strategies for achieving them in order to move from being enervated to being energized. Most strikingly, this book’s self-help exercises don’t pull the reader into further frustration; they are clear and doable.”
—Janet L. Wolfe, PhD, former executive director of the Albert Ellis Institute and staff psychologist for over thirty-five years
Praise for the First Edition
“Here is a great source for anyone interested in learning the causes, consequences, and cures of depression. The book is a great resource for practitioners seeking effective and efficient ways to assist clients in working their way out of depressive states. It’s an easy read, both informative and well-organized.”
—Joseph R. Ferrari, PhD, professor of psychology at DePaul University and editor of the Journal of Prevention and Intervention in the Community
“How to conquer depression with self-education is Knaus’s gift to readers in his new book, The Cognitive Behavior Workbook for Depression. Drawing on the wisdom of depression experts as well as his own innovative PURRRRS & Depression Inventory, Knaus shows how to reduce the depth and shorten the duration of most depression. He teaches the reader how to quickly identify and overcome the main components of his or her individual depression. Self-disclosure and case examples offer a realistic perspective and encouragement to anyone struggling with depression’s demons. Knaus offers us here a most hopeful book on depression!”
—Deborah Steinberg, MSW, private practitioner and coauthor of How to Stick to a Diet
“The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Depression is the best bet and the best book I've seen for tackling one's depression. It admirably blends a wealth of research and well-chosen examples into step-by-step procedures for understanding and undermining one’s misery. It is fun to read, easy to follow, and full of optimism.”
—Emmett Velten, PhD, clinical psychologist, board of trustees member of the Albert Ellis Institute of New York, and founding member of the self-help recovery system that became SMART Recovery®
“I am very impressed with Knaus’s focus on breaking out of the procrastination and debilitating inertia that usually accompanies depression. His expertise on procrastination sets his book apart as a resource that can really make a difference to those seeking to reduce their depressive thoughts and feelings. If you're struggling with depression and this book is in your hands, I encourage you to follow Knaus’ advice and ‘do it now!’ The tools and strategies in this book will certainly help you better understand yourself and move out of the misery of depression.”
—Timothy A. Pychyl, PhD, associate professor of psychology at Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada, and director of the Procrastination Research Group
