Bio
Dr. Preston has presented continuing education workshops for the past 25 years and has spoken in the United States, Canada, Russia, Africa, and Europe.
He is the author of "Drugs in Psychiatry" chapter in the Encyclopedia Americana.
Specialties:
- Psychology
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Credentials
- Education
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Doctor of Psychology, Baylor University, Waco, Texas, 1979
- Board Certifications
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American Psychological AssociationCounseling Psychology, American Board of Professional PsychologyNeuropsychology, ABPN
- Honors or Awards
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Distinguished Contributions to Psychology, California Psychological Association, 2006President's Award: Mental Health Association, 2003
- Publications
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15 of my books are in print...1/2 are self-help books and 1/2 are textbooks for professionals...see "books" section of this web site.
Activity
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Can omega-3 fatty acids help with depression?
Omega-3 fatty acids are not effective in treating severe episodes of mania or depression. Their role appears to be in reducing the severity of episodes and possibly having a positive impact on prev...
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What role does depression play in suicide?
Beyond the tremendous suffering that depression can cause, 9 percent of people plagued by depression take their own lives. It’s likely that the majority of people experiencing depression may ...
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Why should depression be treated?
Treatment for depression is essential. In the United States, it is estimated that two-thirds of people suffering from clinical depression never receive treatment. This is especially disturbing sinc...
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How do medications treat depression?
Almost every day there’s a story in the popular media about the dangers of antidepressants or a report of yet another research study that questions the efficacy of a particular antidepressant...
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How can journaling help me cope with depression?
One way to remind yourself to stay on track with your recovery goals is to write down your personal goals and post them where you’ll see them every day. Use places like your bathroom mirror, ...
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How can people with depression use body language to socialize effectively?
You may be feeling so bad that you interact with others in ways that discourage bonding. Here are some ways to practice effective social skills: Face the other person squarely. Make sure your hi...
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How can an active social life help with depression?
Depression often leads people to isolate themselves and keeps them from reaching out and connecting with others. If you’re depressed, it may feel scary to be with people; it may feel as if yo...
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Can exercise help relieve depression?
All types of exercise can be beneficial for depression. Research has demonstrated that benefits accrue from strength training, aerobic exercise and flexibility training, but any type of regular exe...
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How long does depression last?
Clinical depression lasts a long time. If you are like most people who become depressed, you have done your best to overcome your depression, only to notice that you are quickly pulled back i...
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Are there alternative treatments for depression?
There are many options when initial treatments for depression fail. 75% of treatment resistant cases are failures only because the following approaches have not been used. First, an important issue...
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How do I lower my caffeine intake?
To reduce your caffeine intake (and keep more money in your wallet), try limiting yourself to one caffeinated drink per day, no more than two cups in volume. Eliminating caffeinated sodas limits yo...
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What are the benefits of regular exercise?
Regular exercise has multiple benefits for everyone, including lower risk for heart disease, hypertension and diabetes and improved joint and muscular functioning. Exercise improves your mood and b...
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Is there a cure for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
There is no cure, but for many people, the disorder subsides in early adulthood. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a genetically transmitted disorder that involves abnormal neuroc...
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What are the health benefits of regular moderate exercise?
Regular exercise has multiple benefits for everyone, including lower risk for heart disease, hypertension and diabetes and improved joint and muscular functioning. Exercise improves your mood and b...
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What causes depression?
Depression can be caused by many factors. Most of the time, it’s a reaction to stressful life experiences, such as the loss of a loved one to death or divorce, the loss of a job, ongoin...
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