ALEXANDRA MASSEY

Cómo mejorar su estado de ánimo con una buena dieta. Los mejores alimentos para combatir la depresión, el estrés y el cansancio. En los últimos años, diversos estudios científicos realizados por universidades anglosajonas han revelado que los nutrientes de ciertos alimentos pueden ser de gran ayuda a la hora de combatir el estres y la depresion. El cansancio, la desgana y la perdida de la autoestima son mas habituales de lo que podriamos pensar. A buen seguro conoce a alguien que, en algun momento, los ha padecido e, incluso, se haya sometido a algun tratamiento farmacologico o acudido a la consulta de un psicologo en busca de asesoramiento. Sin embargo, pese a la eficacia de las terapias convencionales, es preciso afrontar un cambio radical en nuestro modo de vida, y la alimentacion es el primer aspecto que debemos tener en cuenta. A lo largo de estas paginas, se explican no solo los sintomas que nos llevaran a pensar en la conveniencia de cambiar nuestras pautas de alimentacion, sino tambien una amplia gama de recomendaciones y tablas dieteticas con las que mejorar nuestro estado de salud. Gracias a las deliciosas alternativas que se presentan a los alimentos ricos en grasa, sal y azucar, podremos combatir la depresion y disfrutar mucho mas de nuestra vida cotidiana.

In her latest book, depression counselor, Alexandra Massey, distils years of hard-won strategies for treating depression. She provides an easy-to-follow ten-step program that will help you beat it quickly and without pharmaceuticals. Massey, who has suffered from depression most of her life, refused to take prescription drugs when her symptoms became debilitating. I was very clear about the root cause of the depression, she says. It was very, very low self-esteem. The overriding symptom was deep hopelessness and I had a sense that connecting with others who knew how I felt was what I needednot drugs. According to Massey, the first step toward recovery from depression is acceptance. Depression is like wet sand. The more you push, the harder it gets. By accepting depression, you will find a sense of relief. The second step is trust. When we are dealing with the despair and hopelessness of depression, its almost impossible to believe that everything is going to turn out OK, she writes. Massey attributes her own recovery in part to her years-long participation in 12-step programs. From the recovery movement she learned the power of letting a greater power into your life. Says Massey, For me, real change didnt happen until I acknowledged that I couldnt beat depression on my own and that I needed to rely on something bigger and wiser than myself.These are the foundations stones. The remaining steps will lead you on a journey to a new, depression-free life. By following the steps, you will find greater peace of mind, more resilience, and, inevitably, the reemergence of your dreams.

Everyone loves being on holiday. Lying on the beach with the sand between your toes and bathed in the warm rays of the sun, you feel relaxed, happy and contented, far from the stresses and strains of everyday life. But what if you could capture that elusive holiday feeling all year round? Bestselling author Alexandra Massey argues that you dont need to jet off to some far-flung location to enjoy that glad to be alive feeling - its accessible to everyone at any time. - Discover how to bring the holiday feeling back home with you- Learn to kick back and avoid letting everyday stress get to you- Nurture your emotional wellbeing and discover harmony within yourself- Achieve a sense of liberation within your hectic lifestyle- Take practical steps to getting more fulfilment out of life- Find the joy that only seems accessible when youre on holidayLifes a Beach shows how a few small changes can help you feel happier, more relaxed and able to enjoy that holiday feeling all year round.

Depression in children is growing at such a rate that it is now recognised as a major health problem, both in the UK and internationally. This book, by the bestselling author of Beat Depression and Reclaim Your Life, will help deal with this problem in a friendly and practical way.With clear explanations of what depression is and how kids get depressed, along with practical advice on managing the symptoms and nurturing the child, this book will offer hope to all parents whose children are struggling with this increasingly common condition. The book includes chapters on:What is depression?Managing the symptoms Nurturing the childBuilding a team around the childThe importance of FamilyAlexandra Massey uses her expert knowledge and her own experience of childhood depression (both her own and that of her child) to offer positive help and support to parents.

More and more people are recognising the relationship between diet and emotional health. Scientific studies have identified nutrients in certain foods believed to have a dramatic effect in fighting low level depression and mental sluggishness caused by unhealthy, highly processed foods.Alexandra Massey and Anita Bean have devised an invaluable guide to changing the way you feel by changing what you put on your plate. As well as exploring the links between lifestyle, diet and disposition, they provide 10 depression-busting superfoods, plus three separate 7-dayeating plans to beat the blues and boost your immune system. Their alternatives to high fat, salty and sugary processed meals will help you combat fatigue, anxiety, stress and depression and change your life and your relationship with food.

Millions of people suffer from depression in silence, afraid to admit to their family, close friends or GP that they feel beaten and cannot find a way out.Alexandra Massey has been through the hell of depression and come through the side. Her bestselling book offers a practical, jargon-free and realistic lifeline to help sufferers overcome the worst aspects of the condition without the use of medication.Beat Depression offers hope and empowerment with:* 5 suggestions of what you can do when you are too depressed to move* 5 suggestions for when your head is just above the water* A 14-day workplan that offers a step-by-step recovery you take at your own pacePlus * ridding yourself of negativity and aiding recovery* advice on dealing with your children when you are depressed* dealing with feelings of deep-seated anger and grief* confronting depression head-on without medicationNow with a chapter by Majorie Wallace, Chief Executive of Sane, the UKs leading mental health charity, on the wider issues of depression in society and Sanes counselling and support services, Masseys sensitive yet workable solutions could be beneficial to anyone living with depression.