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Angst: Origins of Anxiety and Depression,Used
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Anxiety and Depressive Subtypes Evolved from Primal Altruistic Instincts In this pathbreaking volume, engagingly written for the general public, psychiatrist Jeffrey Kahn reveals that the Angst of anxiety and depression ultimately results from our transformation, over tens of thousands of years, from biologically shaped, almost herdlike prehistoric tribes, to rational and independent individuals in modern civilization. Because of our Reason, we don't choose to act like sheep.Kahn looks at five basic types of modernday angstPanic Anxiety, Social Anxiety, OCD, Atypical Depression, and Melancholic Depressionand shows how each derives from primeval social instincts that once helped our ancestors survive. For instance, the 'panic disorder' which prevents some people from flying may have originally evolved to keep our tribal ancestors from traveling dangerously far from home. Likewise, the increased emotional sensitivity to social rejection that now triggers episodes of 'atypical depression' may have helped maintain polite behavior and social harmony in our ancestors. Our distinctly human civilization and rational consciousness lets us defy these social instincts. But those overridden instincts can resurface as stressful emotional disorders. Kahn notes that some of us painfully tackle this distress headon, in ways that can advance intellectual creativity, social performance and productivity. He also describes the interplay of instinct with the advance of civilization, and on how evolutionary perspective explains why modern treatments work.Ranging from Darwin and Freud to the most cuttingedge medical and scientific findingsdrawing from ancient writings, modern humor and popular lyrics, and with many amusing cartoonsAngst offers us an exciting new slant on some of the most pervasive mental health issues of our time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Angst: Origins of Anxiety and Depression'? A: 'Angst: Origins of Anxiety and Depression' explores how modern anxiety and depression have evolved from ancestral social instincts. The author, Jeffrey Kahn, discusses various types of angst and their primal origins.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by psychiatrist Jeffrey P. Kahn, who provides insights into the evolution of anxiety and depression.
- Q: What are the main types of anxiety and depression discussed in the book? A: Kahn identifies five basic types of modern-day angst: Panic Anxiety, Social Anxiety, OCD, Atypical Depression, and Melancholic Depression, explaining their evolutionary roots.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Angst: Origins of Anxiety and Depression'? A: The book contains 312 pages, providing a comprehensive overview of its subject matter.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: 'Angst: Origins of Anxiety and Depression' is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability.
- Q: When was 'Angst: Origins of Anxiety and Depression' published? A: The book was published on October 23, 2012.
- Q: Is this book suitable for the general public? A: Yes, the book is written in an engaging style that is accessible to the general public, making complex concepts easier to understand.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it has been previously owned but remains in satisfactory condition.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, 'Angst' includes many amusing cartoons to complement the text and enhance the reader's understanding.
- Q: What evolutionary perspectives does the book address regarding treatments for anxiety and depression? A: Kahn discusses how understanding our evolutionary past can shed light on why modern treatments for anxiety and depression are effective.