a must for everyone's library 2010-02-03

Reviewer: Cheryl K. Nelson

This book was recommended by my physician and cannot say enough positive things about it. Encouraged our local library to order a copy, which they did. It is not just about depression but just another focus on positive living. Taking charge of your life and not being so afraid of what's ahead that you stop living. One of the best motivational books I have read.

unstuck 2010-01-21

Reviewer: Jerri J. Hartman

Joy to read. Great suggestions to help one work through depression. The skills that he taught when used work well and are easy. Simplicity and awareness.

Absolutely a wonderful book - positive, directing and alive 2010-01-17

Reviewer: Barbara Steers

Upon recommendation by a friend who is a physician, I ordered UNSTUCK. A very lively read and fun!!! My spouse read it afterwards and agreed. Not only does this book offer fundamentally sound background, it offers unique drills to push you out of your moods. Also had the opportunity to attend a talk given by Dr. Gordon who demonstrated some of his unique techniques. A lovely man who genuinely cares for his patients and for people in general.
This is a book for teens, too. I highly recommend UNSTUCK.

There is More to Treating Mood Disorders than Medication 2009-09-14

Reviewer: Dr. Stephen M. Sagar

Dr. Gordon's book accurately reflects his medical philosophy of self-exploration and self-empowerment. It is a very readable book that provides pragmatic hope but does not prescribe. Dr. Gordon uses a permissive approach and offers multiple options for simple mind-body exercises and lifestyle adjustment that can enhance decision-making in situations of perceived hopelessness. Although Dr. Gordon's message includes the over-prescription of antidepressant medication and anxiolytics, I do not perceive that he is suggesting that they are never useful, but that each patient at particular times may require mixed approaches. Most would agree that lifestyle adjustment, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, should be a required intervention for all sufferers of this debilitating disorder, but for some that is just not possible, because of personal commitments and responsibilities, lack of time, and financial challenges. However, Dr. Gordon eloquently expresses the necessity for societal change that will recognize individual expression and creativity, requirements for recreation, and teaching of techniques that increase resilience. I know of no-one else who has put these philosophies into action on the front-line from ghettos to war zones, from 9/11 to New Orleans. The balance between medication, mind-body techniques, and societal compassion is a fine one, and I praise Dr. Gordon for his courage in stating the case for adding other techniques to our resources for dealing with mood disorders.

Excellent 2009-09-14

Reviewer: Tuesday

This is an excellent book. It is the most practical book I have ever read on the
subject of depression and how to move beyond it. I especially like the fact that
Dr. Gordon gives self-help techniques and suggests methods for individuals to use
and considers resorting to medications a last option.