Seeking to counter the idea that depression is an actual disorder, Maisel, the founder of noimetic psychology, advocates that individuals move into an existential approach to life. Here they create their own sense of meaning, an ultimately deeper approach than regular assessment of their mood. The first part of the book critically appraises the approaches of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, echoing data about its weaknesses most famously presented by writers such as Peter Breggin. The bulk of the book is intended to guide the reader through the maintenance of a sense of meaning through the ups and downs of life. Maisel is a creativity coach and the author of numerous books. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)