Books Depression Hates a Moving Target: How Running With My Dog Brought Me Back From the Brink (Depression and Anxiety Therapy, Bipolar)  by Nita Sweeney (Author)

"Depression Hates a Moving Target: How Running With My Dog Brought Me Back From the Brink" by Nita Sweeney is a memoir that chronicles the author's battle with debilitating depression and anxiety and how running with her dog became a powerful tool in her recovery. Sweeney shares her raw and honest journey, describing how the physical act of running helped her manage mental health challenges by providing focus, calmness, and a sense of accomplishment.

The book highlights the significance of developing a structured running routine, practicing mindfulness through movement, and finding emotional release. It also emphasizes the importance of community and support, with running groups playing a key role in her progress. Sweeney discusses the physical hurdles she faced, such as an injury-prone ankle, as well as mental barriers including self-doubt and anxiety about running in public.