Overview

The main purpose of this book is to educate other patients with schizophrenia, and their family members or friends. The author has written about his personal experiences, in addition to the scientific facts that are known about the illness. He believes that, through sharing his own experiences, he can help other patients feel less isolated and cope with their personal problems. Other mentally healthy persons will also find the book of interest, if they want to know what it is like to live with a mental illness. The subject of schizophrenia is approahced strictly through a patient's perspective.

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Author:   Kevin Lee
Publisher:   5M Books Ltd
Imprint:   Nottingham University Press
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.544kg
ISBN:  

9781907284748

ISBN 10:   1907284745
Pages:   354
Publication Date:   01 January 2011
Audience:   General/trade ,  Professional and scholarly ,  General/trade ,  General ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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This is a valuable addition to the field as a view from inside the world of schizophrenia. The personal experiences are rich in detail giving a multi-faceted view of paranoid delusions. . . . The descriptions of his experiences are presented in an informative and objective way. Keith Butler, cofounder of Buckinghamshire Early Intervention Service and a consultant clinical psychologist

This is a valuable addition to the field as a view from inside the world of schizophrenia. The personal experiences are rich in detail giving a multi-faceted view of paranoid delusions. . . . The descriptions of his experiences are presented in an informative and objective way. --Keith Butler, cofounder of Buckinghamshire Early Intervention Service and a consultant clinical psychologist

Author Information

Kevin was diagnosed with schizophrenia during his early college years, where he eventually completed an Associate of Arts Degree. He has also completed a Bachelor of Arts Degree at Simon Fraser University, with a major in philosophy. As a Canadian citizen, Kevin has lived in Vancouver for his entire lifetime. He is a sports enthusiast, and enjoys the game of golf during his spare time.

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