Includes bibliographical references and index.

Depression doesn't arise in a social vacuum : the social foundation of depression -- Other people are not just like you : frames of reference, flexibility, and acceptance -- Expectations and relationship satisfaction : learn to assess others realistically -- Thinking too much and too deeply : learn to take action -- Don't bring others down with you : learn to "lighten up" -- Self-deception and seeking the truth : learn to test your beliefs -- Drawing the lines : protect your personal boundaries -- Marriage can save your life : how to keep yours healthy -- Hand-me-down blues : learn to reduce your child's "depression inheritance."