Overcoming Depression

Overcoming Depression is a structured 12-session self-applied digital participant workbook designed to support participants in developing a clearer understanding of depression, recognising changes in mood, examining symptoms, causes and effects, and developing practical strategies that may support personal well-being and positive change. The program follows a progressive learning pathway beginning with identification of the presenting problem and an introduction to depression. Participants then explore low and high mood, management of symptoms, causes and effects, review personal progress, develop an individual action and daily diary plan, and examine the difference between reacting and responding. Later sessions consider when medical assistance may be required, current thinking in relation to overcoming depression, the program's concept of basic instincts of self, consolidation of learning and development of an individual exit and forward-planning strategy.