As many as 1 in 4 British people have depression at any one time, and despite being so prevalent in our lives and communities, there is still lingering reluctance to talk about depression and its effects. Dr Barry, Director of Aware, an Irish mental health awareness programe, is determined to break the silence and provide practical advice to those suffering from depression as well as their families and friends. Dr Barry's previous books were hugely successful and proved accessible both to medical practitioners and all those affected by mental health issues.