Eight Things Every Man Should Know About Depression

by Gary Lovejoy

Publisher:

Hendrickson

, 2017

Overview

Your job is taking a toll on your health and the things you once enjoyed are just a chore on your list now. But you are not alone. Between the stress of work, requirements of family life, and the crushing feelings of inadequacy, the slow wear and tear makes depression difficult to detect, let alone seek help for it. 8 Things Every Man Should Know About Depression equips you with practical, Bible-based tools to help you:

Get refreshed with relevant and non-preachy advice and Scripture

Identify and take control back from the negative thoughts & feelings that run your life

Overcome crushing shame and false guilt with biblical principles to seek effective help & treatment

Reverse the damaging behaviors and patterns that hurt your relationships and career

Does Depression Affect Men Differently?

From biology and hormone levels to emotions and means of expression, God created men and women uniquely. So, it would follow that the depression affects men and women differently. Instead of grouping men and women together, Dr. Gary Lovejoy addresses the unique needs, concerns, emotions, and questions men often desire to know when struggling with depression in this Scripture-based book. Dr. Gary Lovejoy shows men how to avoid common roadblocks to recovery and explains the characteristics, causes, and symptoms of depression in an easy-to-understand way, resourcing the Bible, over 30 years of counseling experience, and proven strategies.

If you are suffering from depression, or know someone who is, this book will help you discover God’s purposes for depression, and his wisdom to address it. Experience the peace that comes from realizing that you are not alone and can find hope from God’s Word with Dr. Lovejoy’s 8 Things Every Man Should Know About Depression. Start enjoying the blessings of life once again!

Key Features

• Helps get refreshed with relevant and non-preachy advice.
• Identifies the negative thoughts & feelings that run your life.
• Addresses the unique needs, concerns, emotions, and questions men often desire to know.

Product Details

• Title: Eight Things Every Man Should Know About Depression
• Author: Gary Lovejoy
• Publisher: Hendrickson
• Print Publication Date: 2017
• Pages: 112
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
• ISBNs: 9781628624106, 1628624108
• Resource ID: LLS:GHTTHNGSKDPRSSN
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2023-12-12T18:10:13Z

About Gary Lovejoy

Gary H. Lovejoy, M.A., MRE, Ph.D., was a professor of psychology and religion at Mt. Hood Community College for 32 years and has had a private practice in professional counseling for more than 38 years. He is the founder and current principal therapist of Valley View Counseling Services in Portland, Oregon. In addition to earning his doctorate in psychology from United States International University, Dr. Lovejoy also earned a master s degree in religious education from Fuller Theological Seminary.