Once the birth is accomplished, the worst is behind us - so goes a saying. However, personal crises and breakdowns are still inevitable in life. Deep crises such as depression are even on the rise and often come with a longing for death. Yet, perhaps depression makes sense. At first, this may sound disturbing, but Kathrin Lindner dares to offer a new perspective on the phenomena of depression based on extensive research. In a language accessible even to laypeople, she traces the signs of crisis from their causes to their consequences. Building on this, the book presents all the essential support options that social work seeks to address crises and depression. The author illustrates that these options are not yet exhausted by outlining a potential research project.