114: The Upgrade Interview — How to Change Your Perspective

Rebroadcast of a fabulous interview David did recently for “The Upgrade” Podcast (sponsored by the popular Life Hacker website with hosts Melissa Kirsch and Alice Bradley on a range of topics, including:

1. Why did you write Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy?
2. Is depression caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain?
3. What’s your experience with electro-convulsive therapy (ECT)?
4. Why did you give up your research career in biological psychiatry?
5. How can you tease out your negative thoughts when you know you're depressed but you just can’t think of any thoughts?
6. How does TEAM-CBT differ from conventional CBT?
7. Can you use TEAM-CBT with severe problems, or is it only for individuals with mild mood disturbances?