Overview

The life stories in this book are by people who, at some point in their lives, have been diagnosed with a mental illness which they have learned to deal with. They have found the courage to speak publicly about their experience in a world which is still prejudiced against people with mental illness. The book is a source of inspiration for anyone with mental illness and their family and friends, a unique teaching tool for people working in the mental health area, and a way of opening doors on mental illness and letting in some light, for us all.

Full Product Details

Author:   Julie Leibrich
Publisher:   Otago University Press
Imprint:   Otago University Press
Dimensions:   Width: 20.30cm , Height: 1.20cm , Length: 22.80cm
Weight:   0.600kg
ISBN:  

9781877133831

ISBN 10:   1877133833
Pages:   192
Publication Date:   01 January 1999
Audience:   General/trade ,  Adult education ,  General ,  Further / Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Out of stock  
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Table of Contents

Introduction; It's a privilege, not a disability; I just think it's about being real; We are all from the same planet; Looking for my self; I've got a family who cares enough; It's playtime now; It's all about managing my life; Control the illness, don't let it control you; I have to be honest with me; I've come a long way; A search for spirituality; It's part of who I am; Other people share these experiences; Now the time is right; Learn the maximum amount; I gradually found a place in the world; Loving relationship is at the root of recovery; It's like a journey into light; I joined the real world; You have to protect your affect; Discovering the life you want; Gathering and Presenting the Stories; Some Words of Thanks.

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Author Information

Julie Leibrich is a writer and researcher on justice. She is a former Mental Health Commissioner. Her books include Straight to the Point: Angles on Giving Up Crime.

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