The
Aging Well Workbook
For anxiety & depression
Many older adults find themselves struggling to adapt to the challenges of growing older.
Depression and anxiety can be common, especially in reaction to major life events such as retirement, physical illness, or the loss of a spouse. There’s been a lack of scientifically-supported self-help resources that speak to the specific challenges of growing older; until now.
The Aging Well Workbook for Depression and Anxiety (New Harbinger Publications) by Dr. Julie Erickson & Dr. Neil Rector, is an informative and engaging self-help resource that provides older adults with evidence-based strategies to improve their mental health and live their lives to the fullest, no matter what age.
The book provides readers with practical tips on how to be more flexible in their thinking, effectively problem-solve, accept what can’t be changed, and remain engaged in the things that are important— all critical as people get older.
Praise for The Aging Well Workbook
“If you’re an older adult and find you’re worried or down much of the time (or you care about an older person who’s anxious or down), then you need this wonderful workbook. Depression and anxiety aren’t the norm, even when older adults have health problems or other life difficulties. This easy-to-read manual will teach you invaluable skills for improving your mood, getting back into the swing of life, and achieving your goals.”
Judith Beck, PhD
President of The Beck Institute for Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Author of Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Basics and Beyond and The Beck Diet Solution
“With their unique insights into the research and life experiences of older adults, Erickson and Rector provide clear, practical, step-by-step instruction on how to use the most effective tools of CBT to overcome anxiety and depression. Their numerous case examples illustrate how to tailor specific CBT strategies to the problems and challenges of aging. The workbook offers a positive, hopeful outlook, becoming an essential resource for any seniors not experiencing the golden years of life.”
David A. Clark, PhD
Professor Emeritus at the University of New Brunswick
Author of The Anxious Thoughts Workbook, The Negative Thoughts Workbook, and The Anxious Thoughts Workbook for Teens