Illness Recovery

Are you tired of chasing treatments that never last? Do your symptoms keep coming back despite ‘normal’ labs, strict protocols, and endless effort? This book reveals the hidden reason why recovery doesn’t last and shows you how to break the cycle for good. What sets Breaking Through Chronic Illness apart is Dr. Stein's gift for translating cutting-edge science into language everyone can understand. She writes with warmth and clarity, like a trusted guide walking alongside you. She doesn't just explain what's happening at the cellular level; she provides a roadmap that readers can ...

Indoor mold is a common problem that contributes to allergies, asthma, brain fog, fatigue, wright gain, moodiness, and more. Thanks to leaks, natural disasters, humidity, and drainage issues, almost every building will experience water damage. If this damage is not corrected quickly and correctly, it can lead to chronic mold and chronic health conditions.

If you have a family member who suffers from mental illness, but refuses to seek treatment, you may feel like you're caught in a trap. If you try making life easier for your loved one, you wind up perpetuating dependency and entitlement. If you push for treatment, you are met with resistance or outright animosity. And when you reach out to professionals for help, you are told that nothing can be done unless your family member is ready to change. So, how can you escape the "family trap?"

This is a personal story of generational trauma, a mother's debilitating paranoid schizophrenia and a daughter who was thrust into foster care, homelessness, drug addiction, and was sexually abused and neglected. This book Discovers the strength of the human spirit and the power of love that defies all odds, a story of resilience and hope. Beautifully written as a heartfelt memoir that invites readers to discover Lorie’s profound journey, The Voices We Couldn’t Hear is a transformative coming-of-age story that delves into poignant themes including abuse, mental illness, and the ...

Lyme Disease is a substantial problem. While the CDC reported 427,000 new cases in 2017 based on surveillance criteria, actual numbers based on clinical diagnosis put that number at over one million. It is now well accepted that 10 to 20 percent of these cases go on to become a chronic illness.

If you have a loved one—a spouse, adult child, or other family member—who has a mental illness such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or depression and is experiencing symptoms like psychosis, you need help. Delusions and hearing voices can be frightening. Mania can be unpredictable. Isolation and withdrawal can make things worse. Authors Katherine Ponte and Izzy Goncalves have been there. They are there. During Katherine's ongoing eighteen-year recovery from severe bipolar disorder and depression, her husband Izzy has been her primary caregiver.

"Catherine Gildiner is nothing short of masterful—as both a therapist and writer. In these pages, she has gorgeously captured both the privilege of being given access to the inner chambers of people's lives, and the meaning that comes from watching them grow into the selves they were meant to...

What happens when the mind meant to be a gift becomes a battlefield? From early childhood, Travis McLaurin knew he was different. Sensitive, gifted, imaginative—and misunderstood. What no one could see was that his brain was fighting a silent war long before he had words for it. The Gift of a Loud Mind is a raw, deeply personal mental health memoir that traces one man’s life with bipolar disorder, from childhood trauma and misdiagnosis to manic and depressive episodes that shaped his identity, relationships, faith, and sense of self. This is not a clinical textbook—it is a real-life ...

“A game changing resource for those seeking to reevaluate their relationships.” —Publishers Weekly Let go of your toxic partner, heal your emotional wounds, and set healthy boundaries for future relationships with this step-by-step guide to overcoming toxic relationships. From red flags to...

Hashimoto’s is not a life sentence. You just need the right plan☘️ Are you sick of waking up exhausted, no matter how many hours you spend in bed? Does your mind feel like it’s stuck in a fog, making simple tasks feel like uphill battles? Frustrated with diets that promise results but leave you feeling worse? NOT Just Another Cookbook—A Whole-Body Guide to Thyroid Wellness. Because this isn’t just about what you eat. It’s about how your body feels after every meal. How your mind functions when your hormones are finally in balance. In "Hashimoto’s Made Easy: Cookbook & Beyond...

A case study of millennial addiction that challenges society, values, rules and norms regarding relationships, sex, drugs and alcohol. Lock in and listen while generational stories are told to understand the onset of mental illness and the struggle of defending against addiction while trying to find purpose. From the top of potential to rock bottom reality, experience the highs and lows of recovery as surrender is accepted and a soul is found.

This book integrates physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, providing a balanced approach to breast cancer recovery. With the latest research and real-life experiences, it offers unique insights and strategies for your journey. Join a supportive community within these pages, sharing stories and practical guidance to navigate recovery confidently.

When the brain turns against itself, the results can be terrifying — and sometimes miraculous. In Medical Mysteries – Brain on Fire, bestselling author Dean Lawton explores 20 extraordinary real-life cases of hidden brain illnesses, shocking neurological breakdowns, and remarkable recoveries. From strange delusions and lost memories to sudden transformations and mysterious fevers, these stories reveal how little we truly understand about the mind’s inner workings. What causes a healthy young journalist to descend into madness almost overnight? How can a tiny brain injury erase years ...

Are you suffering from the condition known as schizophrenia or do you know someone who is? This book is a well written guide on learning how to cope with the condition so that you can get help if you need it. I am not a doctor but I have been studying schizophrenia for 10 years and have found that this information can be helpful for anyone struggling with mental illness, and it can improve their quality of life on their own path to recovery.

Did you know men develop eating disorders too? Trust me, I know a guy! After years of hiding from the shouts of “Fatty” and “Porkchop” in the middle school locker room, Jason was determined to be a weight-loss success story. Only, Jason’s newfound control over food didn’t lead him to the picture-perfect ending he had envisioned. Following a health scare at twenty-nine, Jason turned to “clean eating” as his coping solution to the sudden loss of his parents, living in a run-down apartment, and broken family relationships. Starving for Survival explores how healthy eating can ...

Alfredo Zotti, a professional musician and bipolar survivor with a university degree in social anthropology and three years study of psychology, provides an introduction to music theory with specific case studies of applications for Alzheimer's, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), schizophrenia, anxiety, depression, and other issues.

Echinacea has been used for centuries to support the body’s natural defenses—and today, it remains one of the most researched herbal supplements for immune health. In The Echinacea Edge, you’ll discover exactly how this powerful plant may help activate your immune system, reduce inflammation, and potentially shorten the duration of common upper-respiratory illnesses. This clear, easy-to-understand guide breaks down the science of echinacea in a practical, evidence-informed way—perfect for readers who want natural strategies for boosting resilience without complicated medical jargon....

The Noonday Demon is Andrew Solomon’s National Book Award-winning, bestselling, and transformative masterpiece on depression—“the book for a generation, elegantly written, meticulously researched, empathetic, and enlightening” (Time)—now with a chapter covering recently introduced and...

Dr. Susan Blum describes the four-step plan that she used to treat her own serious autoimmune condition and helps countless patients reverse their symptoms, strengthen their immune systems, and prevent future illness. Dr. Blum's innovative method shows how to use food as medicine, understand the connection between stress and health, heal the gut and digestive system, and optimize liver function. The Immune System Recovery Plan is a groundbreaking, revolutionary way for people to transform their health.

Phillip believed he had it all together. He loved his work in the recovery field and felt deeply grateful for his family. Then a few “pesky” lumps in his neck turned into a life‑shattering diagnosis: Stage 4 oropharyngeal cancer, a tumor at the back of his tongue. Treatment saved his life—but left him exhausted, hollowed out, and wondering what came next. In the middle of that darkness, Phillip sensed a startling invitation: walk the Appalachian Trail. Phillip was not a seasoned long‑distance hiker. His only backpacking experience was a single week in the Adirondacks as a teenager...