Brought to you by the Depression Is Real Coalition, The Down & Up Show is dedicated to the reality of depression. Each week our hosts will talk with some of the world's top experts on depression, as well as people who have been impacted by this illness. The reality of depression is that it is a debilitating and potentially deadly medical condition that affects more than 15 million Americans every year. The other reality of depression is that there is hope.

Dick Sederquist

Dick Sederquist is a retired engineer and consultant. A hiker since his youth, his recovery from depression, with the help of family and friends, is expressed in the metaphor and title of this book. Dick lives in Connecticut with his wife, Linda. He is available and willing to do talks for senior citizens, retired hikers, outdoor clubs, self help groups and anyone else who is interested in hearing about overcoming adversity and learning more about the benefits of hiking or writing.

One dollar from each sale of Hiking Out is being donated to the community and national humanitarian giving programs of the Universalist Church of West Hartford, CT. These programs benefit the less fortunate, those who are hungry, homeless, troubled or otherwise in need of help.

To reach Dick you may email him at DickSederquist@HikingOut.com.