Note to Readers: This is a summary and analysis companion book based on The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time by Alex Korb. This fan-based review is meant to enhance your original reading experience, not supplement it.

We strongly encourage you to purchase the original book here: https://amzn.to/2BK7a7z

Depression is a dysregulation of the frontal-limbic system in the brain. Learn what the contributions are of neurotransmitters and the function of brain chemicals. Find out how important it is to be grateful and to get good sleep. Why focus and making a plan is beneficial in decision making thus reducing stress. Find out why making decisions helps you to enjoy your life. Which will, in turn, give you the drive to exercise and socialize. Learn why, when you are down, your brain is stuck. Find out the many therapies, medications, and treatments that are available to battle depression. If you feel down visit a friend, spend time with a pet, or go for a walk outside in the sun, and read the book!

In this detailed summary and analysis of Alex Korb's work, you'll enjoy:

• The causes of depression, and what you can do to cure it.
• Why the decisions you make aid in depression, and how to make better ones.
• The reason you should develop new routines.
• How exercise combats the disease.

And much more!