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Schizophrenia
- 20 Symptoms and Treatments of This Mental Illness
- Narrated by: Matyas J.
- Length: 59 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 09-13-17
- Language: English
- Publisher: Albert Rogers
Regular price: $6.95
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Publisher's Summary
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder with lots of complications. Although it cannot be completely overcome in the sense that the disorder will disappear, there are ways to cope with and reduce the symptoms. The author has experienced the struggles with schizophrenics himself, and relates the information and clinical research to his own experiences with one of his friends.
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- Emilio
- 09-30-17
Good
Good to listen to it. It simply requires being present and recognizing a moment that feels so sweet or nice that you just have to name moment.
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- Arshi
- 09-30-17
Super guide
I like to thank the author for presenting such a great book. I would like to highly suggested. Good work by the author.
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- Iva Livingston
- 09-30-17
Glad to listen this book....
I am glad to have this book. It is very interesting and the voice is clear to listen to it.
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- NabilaBarry
- 09-30-17
Excellent Book on Schizophrenia
If you know someone with Schizophrenia, then you would be well served to download a copy of this book. You will learn what Schizophrenia is, what the treatment options are, and a lot more. I was stunned to realize that 1 out of 100 people have some form of this disorder. This book will get your attention quickly and maintain it throughout while educating you at the same time. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that Schizophrenia is not incurable. So there is hope, but you need to get the facts and this book is a good start.
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- mashaziya
- 09-30-17
This is like an intro to schizophrenia book
This is like an intro to schizophrenia book. It was informative and helpful.I used this for a psych class and was able to get all the information I needed. I'd say this book is well worth it for someone who has schizophrenia or think they may have it..it provides a decent well-rounded explanation and understanding.
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- joseph
- 09-30-17
Really helpful.
This book begins by explaining what Schizophrenia is. The author’s intention is to spread awareness about this misunderstood mental disorder. It talks about the causes and symptoms of the disorder like withdrawal from society and peculiar habits among others. It also talks about the effects of the disorder as well as types of medical cure available after diagnosis. This book is highly recommended for persons who have relatives or friends suffering from Schizophrenia.
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- Cashel
- 09-29-17
listen to it
This book accomplished this very well and I definitely give it a 5-star rating. Best to listen
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- Bruin
- 09-29-17
Thanks to the author.....
I was looking for a book that would give me a concise overview concerning schizophrenia and associated treatment.
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- Gibson
- 09-29-17
Must listen to it.....
The author has experienced the struggles with schizophrenics himself, and relates the information and clinical research to his own experiences with one of his friends.
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- Francisco
- 09-29-17
BEST AUDIO BOOK....
Great book about Schizophrenia is a mental disorder with lots of complications. Although it cannot be completely overcome in the sense that the disorder will disappear, there are ways to cope with and reduce the symptoms.
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- I pooka awosika
- 09-03-18
brilliant
I found the book very helpful and entertaining. I would recommend the book to all
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- Hannah
- 10-31-17
5 stars...
I was looking for a book that would give me a concise overview concerning schizophrenia and associated treatment. This book accomplished this very well and I definitely give it a 5 star rating.
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- james
- 10-31-17
Awesome summary
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder with lots of complications. Although it cannot be completely overcome in the sense that the disorder will disappear, there are ways to cope with and reduce the symptoms. The author has experienced the struggles with schizophrenics himself, and relates the information and clinical research to his own experiences with one of his friends.
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- joseph
- 10-31-17
Treatments of This Mental Illness
I thought this book was spot on from what I know and understand about schizophrenia. Also, I think it would be very helpful in helping people understand and be supportive for any family members or self with this condition.
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- Olivia
- 10-31-17
Useful Book...
This is a great, short and informative guide covering various aspects of schizophrenia and its subtypes and related disorders. I'd recommend anyone wanting to know more to share this
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- mashaziya
- 10-29-17
Amazing book
If you are looking for a quick guide that is easy to understand and contains all the relevant information about schizophrenia, this can be the book you are looking for.
It is not a professional, in-depth research or medical textbook. It is written in plain language so everyone can understand it. Schizophrenia is extremely complicated condition and it is not a bad idea to educate yourself because you can never know when you might need some information on this sensitive topic. I recommend this book to start.