"Depressive illness. The curse of the strong" is a book written by the recognized British psychiatrist Tim Kennedy. In this book, the author examines the nature and causes of depression, focusing on the features of the depressive state in people who are used to being considered strong and stubborn. Kennedy uses her own experience working with patients and clinical examples to help the reader understand how depression can affect the strongest and most stubborn people who always seem to be in control of their lives. This book is a valuable source of information for those who experience depression in themselves or in loved ones, as well as for professionals in the field of psychiatry and psychotherapy.