The Act Workbook For Depression And Shame Av Matthew Mckay

<p><b>Many people with depression believe they are defective, unwanted, or inferior, and this feeling of being flawed and </b><b>inadequate often leads to a strong sense of shame. Written by experienced clinicians, this workbook provides readers </b><b>with practical, proven-effective skills based in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), so they can identify and </b><b>alleviate shame-based, self-defeating beliefs, and learn to create a more fulfilling life.</b><br><br>Do you feel like you''re broken? Are you depressed because you believe that you''re somehow defective, unwanted, or<br>inferior? Do you feel self-conscious and insecure, constantly comparing yourself to others? Are you sensitive to criticism, or terrified of rejection?<br>Feeling flawed and inadequate often stems from negative childhood experiences. If you grew up in a highly critical<br>environment, you might feel unworthy of being loved, or have a deep sense of shame about your perceived defects. You<br>may tell yourself there is something inherently wrong with you that prevents you from forming satisfying relationships,<br>finding happiness, and succeeding in life. So, how can free yourself from the self-defeating beliefs that keep you trapped<br>in the depths of depression?<br>Grounded in evidence-based acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), this workbook will give you the tools to<br>identify and dismiss your core beliefs of personal defectiveness, and build a life based on positive choices and values that<br>bring vitality and a sense of personal fulfillment. You''ll discover ways to develop psychological flexibility, freeing yourself<br>from old habits and unhealthy coping mechanisms, and alleviating symptoms of depression. Finally, you''ll learn to see<br>yourself in all your wonderful complexity, with kindness and compassion.<br>The truth is you are not broken, and painful memories of the past do not have to dictate your future. If you''re ready to<br>heal and treat yourself to the care and compassion you deserve, this book will show you how.</p>