Psychiatrist Guido Boriosi presents a straight forward primer on psychology and the understanding of human behavior that can help any individual assess their own emotional needs. In compassionate discussions of the process of decision-making, the acceptance of human frailties (both in ourselves and in others), learning how to interpret outside criticisms, and how to come to terms with our perception of self and reality, he provides the fundamental tools for copying with daily anxieties and mild depression. Dr. Boriosi also gives the reader enough knowledge and insight to recognize when professional intervention and drug therapies are needed.