A Mind of Your Own
The Truth About Depression and How Women Can Heal Their Bodies to Reclaim Their Lives
by:
Kelly Brogan
Summary:
The book challenges conventional understanding of depression, particularly in women, advocating for natural approaches to mental health that focus on diet, detoxification, and lifestyle changes. It criticizes the pharmaceutical industry's reliance on antidepressants and offers a holistic, step-by-step plan to address the root causes of depression and achieve wellness without medication.
Key points:
1. Depression as a Symptom: Brogan views depression as a symptom, not a disease, challenging traditional medical approaches.
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