Depression The Evolution of Powerlessness
Depression: The Evolution of Powerlessness by Paul Gilbert, published by Guilford Press in 1992, is a comprehensive exploration of depressive disorders through the lens of evolution theory. This second edition, comprising 561 pages, presents a detailed examination of research and theoretical frameworks related to depression, advocating for the biopsychosocial model. The book is structured into three parts, with the first part distinguishing various types of depression, the second providing an overview of evolution theory’s relevance, and the third analyzing major theories of depression while addressing their strengths and weaknesses.
Readers will find a thorough discussion on the complexities of depression, including the influence of culture and social relationships on its manifestation. The final chapter emphasizes the inadequacy of simplistic theories of aetiology, encouraging a deeper understanding of the multifaceted nature of mood disorders. This edition, featuring a new introduction from the author, aims to engage clinicians, researchers, and historians in psychology, offering insights into the evolution of thought surrounding depression and its treatment.
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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. Part I explores the major distinctions between all types of depression and Part II offers an overview of evolution theory and its application to depression. Part III covers the major theories of depression; theories are compared and contrasted, highlighting controversies, weaknesses and strengths, and where cross fertilisation of ideas may be beneficial. 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 Classic Edition, with a new introduction from the author, 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.
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