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The Upward Spiral
Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time
The Upward Spiral (2015) details the ways your brain can fall into a progressively worsening depression and what you can do to reverse the process. These blinks explain the material conditions that cause your mood to slump and offer concrete steps for overcoming depression, anxiety and worry.
- Those who struggle with depression or anxiety
- Laypeople who are interested in neuroscience
- Students who are overwhelmed with their course load
Alex Korb PhD is a neuroscientist who studied at Brown University and UCLA. He’s now conducting his post-doctoral research at UCLA and working as a scientific consultant for pharmaceutical and biotech companies.
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