Short Synopsis
Dr. Stephen S. Ilardi outlines a clinically proven six-step program for beating depression by reclaiming lifestyle elements from humankind's evolutionary past.

Full Synopsis
In the past decade, depression rates have skyrocketed, and one in four Americans will suffer from major depression at some point in their lives. Where have we gone wrong? Dr. Stephen S. Ilardi sheds light on our current predicament and reminds us that our bodies were never designed for the sleep-deprived, poorly nourished, frenzied pace of twenty-first-century life.

Inspired by the extraordinary resilience of aboriginal groups like the Kaluli of Papua New Guinea, Dr. Ilardi prescribes an easy-to-follow, clinically proven program that harks back to what our bodies were originally made for and what they continue to need. The Depression Cure program has already delivered dramatic results, helping even those who have failed to respond to traditional medications.

"Practical, straightforward, grounded in persuasive research, this book is recommended for anyone seeking an alternative approach to treating depression." ---Library Journal

"A realistic, fine guide, this is a recommendation for any general lending or health library." ---Midwest Book Review

"Ilardi's book prescribes an easy-to-follow, clinically proven program that harks back to what our bodies were originally made for---and need." ---Science Writers

"This book isn't just about depression. Dr. Ilardi's program can help all of us live with more zest and a greater sense of well-being." ---Harriet Lerner, author of The Dance of Anger