Susan Nolen-Hoeksema Biography

Susan Nolen-Hoeksema was a distinguished psychologist and writer whose work focused on understanding depression, particularly in women. She investigated the psychological phenomenon known as rumination, which is the tendency to dwell on problems rather than their solutions. Her research revealed why women are more prone to rumination and how this mechanism contributes to the higher incidence of depression in women. She authored several books for general readers, offering insights into how to break free from this cycle of negative thinking and reclaim one's life.