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