The Other Side of The Mirror
ISBN: 9781849913256 / Angielski / Miękka / 114 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description A poetic journey that illustrates a life-long struggle with a serious illness. Poems of pain, hope and a love for life, all combine in a book of exquisite feeling and personal triumph. About the Author When Alanna was fifteen she was hospitalized for the first time for self-mutilation, suicidal ideation and depression. She was very delusional about people and situations, it was only much later when she was taking anti-psychotic medications that her thoughts cleared. At this time she was still in private school and also competing every week at major horse shows (rather... Description A poetic journey that illustrates a life-long struggle with a serious illness. Poems of pain, hope and a love for life, all combine ... |
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Screaming in Silence: Suicide, Attempted Suicide and Self-Harm Recovery
ISBN: 9781849913690 / Angielski / Miękka / 152 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description A serious pro-survival, pro-recovery book, written because I have been the survivor of many suicide attempts, not to forget also the person left behind after actual suicides, and the victim of serious self-harm in myself and those I love. I haven't attempted suicide or self-harmed for 8 years and I don't plan to do so again, but I always have my plan to hand. Starting at the age of 11, I have attempted suicide 443 times (sometimes barely surviving, twice dying, only to be revived) and for fifteen years I was a person who self-harmed - cutting and bloodletting, sometimes... Description A serious pro-survival, pro-recovery book, written because I have been the survivor of many suicide attempts, not to forget also the... |
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102,81 zł |
The Journey
ISBN: 9781849913683 / Angielski / Miękka / 66 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description 'The Journey' was written by a family struggling to cope as their eldest son (Dan) made the move from primary to secondary school. It describes how the transition process was by no means a smooth one due to added complications in Dan's life. Read how he copes with everything and see the impact it all has on his family. Writing this book was very therapeutic for all involved. What spurred us on to complete it was the hope that we could provide much needed ideas and support for other families, experiencing traumas with their children. At the start of writing we all... Description 'The Journey' was written by a family struggling to cope as their eldest son (Dan) made the move from primary to secondary school. I... |
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102,81 zł |
Treatment of Depression in Adolescents and Adults: Clinician's Guide to Evidence-Based Practice
ISBN: 9780470587591 / Angielski / Miękka / 312 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Praise for Treatment of Depression in Adolescents and Adults
"This outstanding book, written for clinicians, provides a fascinating examination of leading depression treatments supported by cutting-edge scientific evidence. The editors have assembled an impressive list of authors who expertly describe each intervention at a level of detail rarely seen in other books. Clinicians looking for guidance on how to implement evidence-based treatments for depression will find this book indispensable." Praise for Treatment of Depression in Adolescents and Adults
"This outstanding book, written for clinicians, provides a fascinating e... |
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277,65 zł |
Me? Depressed?: A Thirty-Something Woman's Story of Depression From Disbelief to Discovery
ISBN: 9781849914048 / Angielski / Miękka / 88 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description "Me? Depressed?," is an evocative, spiritual and honest chronicling of clinical depression, written from the perspective of a thirty-something, well-educated, Christian, professional, Jamaican woman, mother and wife. It follows her journey from being diagnosed, through disbelief and denial and then to discovery "Me, Depressed?" is a welcomed addition into a conversation which must be had as clinical depression continues to affect millions of people's lives every day. About the Author Beth-Sarah Wright is originally from Jamaica, where she was born in 1973. She has... Description "Me? Depressed?," is an evocative, spiritual and honest chronicling of clinical depression, written from the perspective of a thirty... |
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102,81 zł |
Pillow Book of a Manic Depressive: Recovery Through Mindfulness
ISBN: 9781849914154 / Angielski / Miękka / 190 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description 'Pillow book of a Manic Depressive' follows the style of medieval Japanese writers, who would keep a record of courtly life through their daily impressions, which they would then keep under their pillows. Taking a modern approach, the 'Pillow book' follows the impressions of the author in the year following an extreme manic episode, which saw him leap four floors and only barely survive. While his body repaired he was forced to slow down, take-in all that was immediately around him, and come to a place of peace and gratitude. Unknowingly using the technique of... Description 'Pillow book of a Manic Depressive' follows the style of medieval Japanese writers, who would keep a record of courtly life through ... |
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102,81 zł |
A Journey Into Madness & A Journey Out Of Madness
ISBN: 9781849914413 / Angielski / Miękka / 84 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description Alistair McIntyre has written a beautifully simple moving account of the different elements that aided his recovery from schizophrenia. He starts of with a description of his illness, moves on to his medication, the roles he holds as a volunteer, student, as well as pursuing his hobby of sea angling. This book is one of real hope and a must read for all who have had there life touched by mental ill health.
Description Alistair McIntyre has written a beautifully simple moving account of the different elements that aided his recovery from schizophren... |
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102,81 zł |
The Grim Reaper: The Dark Side of Depression
ISBN: 9781849914314 / Angielski / Miękka / 138 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description The 'Grim Reaper' is a story based partly on true events. However, all the characters and all the institutions mentioned are entirely imaginary and any resemblance to persons living or dead or actual events are purely coincidental. The reader will enter an unfolding tragedy about a loving couple who will experience the misery mental health problems can bring to a relationship and to families. This is a chilling tale about the awful experiences of a middle-aged woman called Ruth and her husband, Robert. The 'Grim Reaper' of the title is the demonic and malevolent being... Description The 'Grim Reaper' is a story based partly on true events. However, all the characters and all the institutions mentioned are entirel... |
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102,81 zł |
The Artist's Disease
ISBN: 9781849914185 / Angielski / Miękka / 70 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description THE ARTIST'S DISEASE is my most current anthology. A mixture of observations, analysis and love coloured by the visions my illness granted me. The Artist's Disease will give readers an insight into mental health issues and recovery from an Australian perspective. My writing has for me been more than self analysis. It has been a poetic journey through the pits and peaks of madness and beyond. About the Author Damien was born in Seven Hills, Sydney, Australia in 1958. He was one of five children, all of whom are creative. His father was a British Paratrooper and Mentor... Description THE ARTIST'S DISEASE is my most current anthology. A mixture of observations, analysis and love coloured by the visions my illness g... |
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102,81 zł |
Take Command of Your Self-Esteem
ISBN: 9781849914444 / Angielski / Miękka / 80 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description What would it take for you to know that your self-esteem was the best it could be? Good self-esteem brings happiness to your life no matter what may be going on. In "Take Command of Your Self-Esteem" you will learn where your self-esteem came from and it is your birthright to love and honor yourself. There is absolutely no reason why people should "suffer" from low self esteem. Your self esteem is something which you have absolute and immediate control. In this book you will learn the techniques to regain control of your self-esteem and enjoy a health happy life. You... Description What would it take for you to know that your self-esteem was the best it could be? Good self-esteem brings happiness to your life no... |
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102,81 zł |
Inside the Insane
ISBN: 9781849914475 / Angielski / Miękka / 250 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description Inside the Insane is a first hand account of life inside a psychiatric crisis ward in Los Angeles, California. From patients suffering from chronic paranoid schizophrenia to bipolar disorder disease, to major depressive disorder, Inside the Insane takes the reader inside the walls of the mentally insane and manifests the realities of the human condition. Erica provides detailed accounts of patients screaming in restraints, to being locked in seclusion, to suffering from over medication, in radical raw detail. She also takes a look at the mental health system in Los... Description Inside the Insane is a first hand account of life inside a psychiatric crisis ward in Los Angeles, California. From patients sufferi... |
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119,94 zł |
Sins of the Fathers
ISBN: 9781849914611 / Angielski / Miękka / 244 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description 'Sins of the fathers' is an autobiographical work compiled from years of notes, poems and collected anecdotes. It is written from the perspective of a middle-aged man who finally feels free write about his life after both his parents have died. It reviews being raised in the care of two severely bipolar parents and discusses the permanent effects of such a formative environment. The story is punctuated with humour and offers others a glimpse into the world of someone who endures his genetic legacy and indelible childhood programming throughout his entire adulthood. The... Description 'Sins of the fathers' is an autobiographical work compiled from years of notes, poems and collected anecdotes. It is written from th... |
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119,94 zł |
This Constant Fight
ISBN: 9781783822188 / Angielski / Miękka / 132 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This Constant Fight is a gripping roller coaster ride between the highs of mania and the lows of depression. The autobiographical story is set over a twelve year period starting shortly after the new millennium. The author, who at the beginning is a successful businessman, experiences a series of manic psychotic highs that sees him getting into some extra-ordinary situations and meeting several celebrities including Victoria Beckham, the two times Oscar winner Sarah Miles and the celebrated hairdresser Adee Phelan. The mania leads to police detention centres, four sections and four admissions...
This Constant Fight is a gripping roller coaster ride between the highs of mania and the lows of depression. The autobiographical story is set over a ...
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102,81 zł |
Riding the Edge: A Life Under the Reign of Bipolar
ISBN: 9781849914819 / Angielski / Miękka / 82 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description Riding the Edge is about the author's struggles through life in dealing with his bipolar disease coupled with attention deficit disorder. There is humor and sadness to the book but it is a life truly lived on the edge. About the Author Kevin Young, born in 1963, has lived with bipolar disease all his life but was not diagnosed as such until 2009. How bipolar affected his life can be both sad and humorous. Learning to live with the disease without going over the edge is the hardest part.
Description Riding the Edge is about the author's struggles through life in dealing with his bipolar disease coupled with attention deficit diso... |
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102,81 zł |
The Defective Model
ISBN: 9781849914918 / Angielski / Miękka / 98 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description The best way I can describe my book of poems and thoughts is as a poetic memoir. I have suffered from various mental illnesses throughout my life, including Bipolar Disorder, Panic Disorder, General Anxiety, and Clinical Depression. These intense thoughts fueled me to write poetry, which has always been my outlet. The works enclosed in my book, The Defective Model, follow my life chronologically through my various stages of mental illness; including substance abuse, Bipolar symptoms, medication, side effects of medication, institutionalization, and panic attacks that... Description The best way I can describe my book of poems and thoughts is as a poetic memoir. I have suffered from various mental illnesses throu... |
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102,81 zł |
Coming to Terms: A Mother's Story
ISBN: 9781849914932 / Angielski / Miękka / 164 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description An account of the pain inflicted on sufferers of manic depression (Bipolar Disorder), their family and those around them. 'Peter was with us for 6 weeks. At first it was like having a stranger in the house. He was so quiet. But we gave him his space to do as he pleased .......... he was a lost soul and all we could do was wait patiently and hope that the Prozac would eventually take effect.' '.......... we were somewhat taken aback when Peter phoned at the beginning of May to tell us that he had 'popped the question' and that they were getting engaged. He had known her... Description An account of the pain inflicted on sufferers of manic depression (Bipolar Disorder), their family and those around them. 'Peter was... |
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102,81 zł |
Styx
ISBN: 9781849915243 / Angielski / Miękka / 168 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description Styx is a book of narrative non-fiction. It is a very personal story. The subject matter is the stigma associated with mental illness. The style is poetic, confessional, memoir, and documentary. The narrative reflects on mental illness through the metaphors of passage, crossing, and travel. The author explores what it means to suffer the trauma of hospitalization including restraints and forced medication. The book is inspired by Greek mythology of the passage into the underworld as well as the innocence of childhood rhymes teaching children not to be hurt by name-calling... Description Styx is a book of narrative non-fiction. It is a very personal story. The subject matter is the stigma associated with mental illnes... |
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86,57 zł |
Sisyphusa
ISBN: 9781849915267 / Angielski / Miękka / 318 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description Sisyphusa is an allegory of depression and the mental health system as seen through the eyes of its main character and first person narrator, Odis Winston. Odis is abducted from a comfortable existence at university and taken to an institution called 'Sisyphusa'. He is told when he arrives that he is 'Weird' and that he cannot leave until he has been 'Normalised'. He has been fitted with an Earpiece which has a poisonous and malign voice, similar to his own, and which begins to torment his every waking moment. Encountering characters and situations loosely based on Homer's... Description Sisyphusa is an allegory of depression and the mental health system as seen through the eyes of its main character and first person ... |
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159,93 zł |
Barefooted
ISBN: 9781589099029 / Angielski / Miękka / 202 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Set in North and South Louisiana, Lizzie Garrett's memoir Barefooted is the story of one woman's battle with clinical depression and addiction to opiates and meth. Lizzie's life is much like the lives of millions of others. She struggles throughout her life with tragedies and molestation. From attempted suicide to Godly revelations, this story shows the power of depression and addiction, and the spirituality required to penetrate the darkness. Barefooted will leave you wanting more.
Set in North and South Louisiana, Lizzie Garrett's memoir Barefooted is the story of one woman's battle with clinical depression and addiction to opia...
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64,66 zł |
Born Mad
ISBN: 9781452536408 / Angielski / Miękka / 144 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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51,32 zł |