The Feeling Good Handbook
by David D. Burns
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Book Reviews of The Feeling Good Handbook
Book Review: For those open minded to change
Summary: 4 Stars
When I was 17, I was severely depressed & didn't have an open mind to what this book had to say. I picked the book up as instructed by a therapist. I only got 30 pages in & put it down.
Now, 17 years later, I'm glad I never got rid of this book. I almost want to go back in time & smack it over the head of my 17 year old self for not finishing it. But I was a different person back then. This book is extremely helpful if you have the open mind to let it be & see what the author has to say.
Twisted/negative thoughts lead to negative emotions/feelings. It's that simple. No prescription needed (I've tried that before, too).
Book Review: Great Tool in the Battle Against Mental Ilness
Summary: 4 Stars
Dr. Burns does a good job of simplifying the often confusing world of cognitive therapy. His approach is both effective and practical. Further, he includes a valuable section on antidepressants and antianxiety agents, which are often used--and with great efficacy--in conjuction with cognitive therapy. The proper medication(s) and dedicated work by the patient in DOING THE WRITTEN EXERCISES in this book will greatly benefit anyone suffering from depression and/or anxiety. I highly recommend the book. (I gave it four stars instead of five because it is slightly out of date; a revised 2005 edition would be very welcome.)Book Review: Superb resource after suicide attempt
Summary: 5 Stars
This book was extraordinarily helpful to someone close to me. She was clinically depressed and had just been released from the hospital after a suicide attempt. We read it together in small bites for the first few weeks, and then she was able to do it on her own. A therapist helped, loving family helped, meds helped---but this book was literally a lifesaver. The title suggest that it is useful for those of us (all?!) whose moods and lives need a little brightening. It is that---but is also useful for very severe mood disorders, including "borderline, "and gives control back to the reader. A truly essential book.Book Review: Feeling Good Workout Book
Summary: 4 Stars
If you just want to read "Feeling Good", do not buy this handbook version of the book.
The author uses imperative statements and not so subtle naratives to coerce the reader into doing the exercises. The objective... teach in simple practical terms Cognitive Behavioral Therapy methods for reprogramming out thinking.
Plan to read a few pages and then work on some exercises and ponder over your beliefs and values.
This is not a book for speed reader rabbits. It is more for the the thoughtful, consistent tortoise.
Michael P
Book Review: VERY effective self-help book
Summary: 5 Stars
I am a licensed psychologist who frequently recommends the Feeling Good Handbook to clients who need help in dealing with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and other emotional issues. All of my clients who have read it and followed the exercises report it was very helpful in assisting them to understand their moods and learn new tools to conquer depression, phobias, fears, anxiety and low self-esteem issues. Learning how to recognize cognitive distortions and re-frame faulty thinking also helps improve self-esteem and interpersonal communication.