Depression: The Evolution of Powerlessness offers a fresh perspective on research, theory and conceptualisations of the depressive disorders, derived from evolution theory and arguing for the adoption of the biopsychosocial model. The book is split into three parts, exploring the major distinctions between all types of depression and offering an overview of evolution theory and its application to depression. It covers the major theories of depression, comparing and contrasting them while highlighting controversies, weaknesses and strengths.
Key Features
- Fresh perspective on depressive disorders.
- Divided into three informative parts.
- Comparison of major theories of depression.
- Addresses the role of culture and social relationships.
- Classic Edition with a new introduction from the author.
Additional Information
The final chapter outlines why simple theories of aetiology are inadequate and explores the role of culture and social relationships as elicitors of many forms of depression. This work brings Paul Gilbert's early work to a new audience and will be of interest to clinicians, researchers and historians in the field of psychology.
