Hope for the Depressed: Beyond a "Cheer Up" Theology (CCEF Minibook)

Depression makes so many things hard. Things you used to take for granted—a good night’s sleep, having goals, responding to someone’s love, looking forward to the future—now seem beyond reach. Is there any hope and help for those who are struggling with depression?

Edward T. Welch insightfully describes the world of the depressed person and gives a biblical perspective on the causes of depression. Then he outlines small, practical steps that will teach you to cry out to God and depend on him in the middle of your struggle.

Ed Welch is the author of several books including Running Scared: Fear, Worry, and the God of Rest; Blame it on the Brain?; Depression: A Stubborn Darkness; Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave; and When People Are Big and God is Small. He holds a PhD in counseling psychology and currently serves as counselor, faculty member, and director of the School of Biblical Counseling at the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF).