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Surviving Post-Natal Depression
At Home, No One Hears You Scream
Cara Aiken
Research indicates that at least one in ten new mothers experience post-natal depression, yet there is little help available to sufferers. The book raises awareness of the illness and the destructive effect it can have on individuals and families. It offers positive suggestions and practical advice, based on personal and professional experience. Learn More2000, Paperback / softback, 9.17in x 6.22in / 233mm x 158mm, 176pp, $29.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-861-82000, Ebook, ePUB, 176pp, $29.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-262-1 -
The Pits and the Pendulum
A Life with Bipolar Disorder
Brian Adams
Spending a week doing nothing but exploring the possibilities of Lego, risking yet another job; impulsively sinking all his savings into impractical self-employment ventures; sleepless nights, gripped by the need to write - these are just some manifestations of the often damaging periods of manic, uninhibited energy of bipolar disorder. Learn More2002, Paperback / softback, 9.21in x 6.22in / 234mm x 158mm, 160pp, $29.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-104-82002, Ebook, ePUB, 160pp, $29.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-358-1 -
Cutting it Out
A Journey through Psychotherapy and Self-Harm
Carolyn Smith
The first-person narrative offers a vividly honest voice to the feelings and compulsions that drive someone to harm themselves and explores the conflict between the desire to self-harm and the struggle to control and overcome this addictive, self-destructive behaviour. It also explores the complex nature of her relationship with her therapist. Learn More2005, Paperback / softback, 8.39in x 6.93in / 213mm x 176mm, 128pp, $22.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-266-32005, Ebook, ePUB, 128pp, $22.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-456-4 -
The Madness of Our Lives
Experiences of Mental Breakdown and Recovery
Penny Gray
This book consists of transcribed interviews with people who have had a mental breakdown and come out the other side. Those interviewed, recount painful experiences of being misunderstood, derided, bullied, abused - in their personal and professional lives but also during treatment, by unsympathetic or negligent GPs and mental health practitioners. Learn More2006, Paperback / softback, 9.17in x 6.18in / 233mm x 157mm, 204pp, $39.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-057-72006, Ebook, ePUB, 204pp, $35.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-504-2 -
Sunbathing in the Rain
A Cheerful Book on Depression
Gwyneth Lewis
This might well be the Age of Depression. More people than ever now experience the disease directly or see a friend or relative succumb to it. Among their number is Gwyneth Lewis. And she set about writing this book simply because she wished something like it had existed for her when she was in the middle of her depression. Learn More2006, Paperback / softback, 9.09in x 6.10in / 231mm x 155mm, 224pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-505-32006, Ebook, PDF, 224pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-649-0 -
Living with Emetophobia
Coping with Extreme Fear of Vomiting
Nicolette Heaton-Harris
Emetophobia, the fear of vomiting, can affect just about every aspect of sufferer's life, from everyday considerations to matters that involve making huge, potentially devastating decisions. The author suggests strategies for coping with the high levels of anxiety that are intrinsic to the phobia, as well as pre-empting and avoiding anxiety attacks Learn More2007, Paperback / softback, 8.43in x 5.43in / 214mm x 138mm, 160pp, $23.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-536-72007, Ebook, ePUB, 160pp, $23.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-629-2 -
Family Experiences of Bipolar Disorder
The Ups, The Downs and the Bits In Between
Cara Aiken
Bipolar disorder(BP) can be a devastating illness, seriously affecting not only the person with bipolar but also family and friends. While most people are familiar with the terms 'manic depressive' and 'BP', there remains a lack of real understanding about the illness and many sufferers and their families can feel helpless, alone and misunderstood. Learn More2010, Paperback / softback, 8.78in x 6.02in / 223mm x 153mm, 176pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-935-82010, Ebook, ePUB, 176pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-387-4 -
Can I tell you about Depression?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Christopher Dowrick and Susan Martin, illustrated by Mike Medaglia
This illustrated book is an ideal introduction to depression. Julie helps readers to understand what depression is, how it feels to be depressed and how it can affect their family life. She explains what help and support is available for people with depression and what friends and family can do to make things easier for her. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 9.06in x 6.14in / 230mm x 156mm, 48pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-563-52015, Ebook, ePUB, 64pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-003-0 -
Mindfulness for Carers
How to Manage the Demands of Caregiving While Finding a Place for Yourself
Dr Cheryl Rezek
Discover how simple mindfulness techniques can be used to combat the stress, anxiety and burnout that often accompanies caring for people with physical, psychological or emotional needs. The easy-to-follow exercises will help caregivers to regain control and maintain a positive outlook. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 7.72in x 5.04in / 196mm x 128mm, 96pp, $11.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-654-02015, Ebook, ePUB, 96pp, $11.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-147-1 -
Take It as a Compliment
Maria Stoian
After interviewing and receiving anonymous messages from women and men across the globe who have experienced sexual abuse and harassment, Maria Stoian has illustrated their experiences in this powerful collective graphic memoir to express the complex emotions felt by victims of sexual abuse and explore what needs to change. Learn More2015, Hardback, 10.28in x 8.15in / 261mm x 207mm, 100pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-697-72015, Ebook, PDF, 104pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-242-5
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