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Dr. Alan Handers University Systems USA, April 5, 2005 Instead of exploiting, this book seamlessly exposes the hidden world of mental illness among African American and Hispanic Youth Patricia Starks, Millionairess Weekly, April 2,2005 Finally a book that touches on such heavy (mental illness) topics with out putting the reader to sleep. Book Description Mental illness in the African American and Hispanic community has had a history of being taboo or unheard of. Having a mental illness is viewed as a weakness or a misunderstanding. Many African Americans have gone untreated, under-diagnosed, or over-diagnosed because of the lack of information on the part of the professional's and patients side. Young, Black, and Schizophrenic Volume One looks into the life, talents, and writings of four young African American and Hispanic youths who are dealing with mental illness and disorders. Urban Ballerina is a short story by a young African American woman who suffers from bipolar disorder. Video-Girl Diaries is a collection of diary entries from a young African American woman and a biracial Hispanic woman and their struggles with eating disorders. Poems from a Young Black Schizophrenic is a poetry collection written by a young African American male who was diagnosed with schizophrenia paranoia.

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