World Mental Health Day

An essential resource for helping professionals, updated for today's challenges.

A bestselling author helps readers find radical joy in a world full of constant comparison by accepting that life is a wild ride and happiness fluctuates with our circumstances. Happiness is considered a destination, but the finish line is constantly moving—when we get married, find that dream...

"Harrowing, tender-hearted, and funny as hell" —Jenny Offill “Fascinating…Oddly uplifting” —The Economist "Smart, funny, irreverent, and philosophically rich" —Wall Street Journal By the author of the award-winning To Be a Machine, an absorbing, deeply felt book about our anxious...

Winner of the Gold Award in the 2006 ForeWord Book of the Year competition, this groundbreaking book describes the unique challenges of women and girls with Asperger's Syndrome. In it you'll hear candid stories written by the indomitable women who have lived them. You'll also hear from experts who discuss whether Aspie girls are slipping under the radar, undiagnosed.

The phenomenon of hikikomori, a term originating from Japan, refers to individuals who withdraw from society and remain in extreme isolation for months or even years. This condition has captured the attention of psychologists, sociologists, and mental health professionals worldwide due to its profound impact on individuals and their families. The prevalence of hikikomori is not confined to Japan alone; similar patterns of social withdrawal are observed globally, highlighting the universal relevance of understanding and addressing this issue.Discover the transformative journey of overcoming ...

Sigmund Freud's Psychopathology of Everyday Life is surely the most approachable and enjoyable of all his works. By turning the spotlight of his ideas about the nature and function of the unconscious mind onto simple and easily understandable incidents that we have all experienced, such as slips of the tongue, forgetfulness, and the like, he shows us, often in rather humorous ways, just how our unconscious minds have a powerful influence on everything we do.

In a world filled with uncertainty and evolving challenges, one instinct remains paramount—self-preservation. From the simplest organisms to the sophisticated humans we are today, the drive to defend ourselves and secure survival is deeply ingrained in our nature. Self-preservation encompasses a multitude of elements that profoundly influence our daily lives. In this groundbreaking exploration, we delve into the roots of self-preservation and its myriad manifestations across various facets of life.

It's completely valid to still feel a bit lost, a bit disoriented, and a bit overwhelmed post-Covid. In fact, 40% of US adults have reported feeling the same. But what if you could turn your anxieties and fears into stepping stones toward personal growth? This therapeutic guide takes you on a transformative journey from post-pandemic stress to a resilient, empowered mindset, helping you overcome your fears and equipping you with the tools to thrive in this new normal.

SHORTLISTED FOR AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR AT THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2025 'Extraordinary . . . entertaining and inspiring.' Daily Express 'Neil's book has given me a new-found appreciation of how he used the "Razor" alter ego to mask what he was going through. The recent turnaround in him, both...

‘Buy it for yourself, your husband or partner. Most importantly, buy it for your children’ Sunday Express Essential reading from Catherine Mayer, recently named one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Global Policy on Gender Equality. Not a single country anywhere in the world has...