The epidemic of stress, anxiety & depression that is sweeping the Western world is accompanied by huge social, economic & personal costs. This accessible & groundbreaking book is designed to help sufferers, their families & health professionals. The authors, both former sufferers, argue that the medical profession's current approach is not working. They dispel the fear & prejudice surrounding mental illness & present a new, effective programme for dealing with stress, anxiety & depression. They describe the successes that they & others have achieved through new treatment methods. You will discover your risk factors & how to reduce them, how mental health problems can be diagnosed more effectively & how to ensure the best possible treatment. They go on to present the 10 lifestyle factors that affect the likelihood of developing anxiety & depression, & reveal the 10 food factors that can improve mental well-being. BEATING STRESS, ANXIETY & DEPRESSION is essential reading for sufferers & their families.