Natural Treatments for Depression (2nd Edition)

In 2010, THE National Institute of Mental Health reported that depression and mood disorders affect approximately 20.9 million American adults. Symptoms include weight gain, unhappiness, insomnia, decreased libido and more. Standard treatments such as antidepressant drugs may include harmful side effects. In this booklet, C.M. Hawken discusses depression and its symptoms before introducing safe, effective and natural alternatives to standard treatments. This revised and completely updated edition of Woodland's bestselling booklet discusses how St. John's wort, 5-HTP, valerian and more can help you live without depression or harmful side effects.