Mental Patients

“The finest, most moving and powerful memoir I have ever read.”—MAYIM BIALIK Rising young comedian Moshe Kasher is lucky to be alive. He started using drugs when he was just 12. At that point, he had already been in psychoanlysis for 8 years. By the time he was 15, he had been in and out...

A literary lighthouse in the night for parents of older children as it illuminates the murky territory of parenting an adult child who lives with mental illness. "Very insightful for a mom going through similar experiences and struggling with finding resources on the topic. It helped me feel less alone." --Amazon Customer Review "This book calmed me and reassured me, reading it over again." --V. McBride An empowering and informative guide that gives parents back a sense of control and hope at a time when they may feel they have none. Stacy, with her honest, engaging and sensitive nature, ...

A complete guide to living with Schizoaffective disorder, including information on the disorder, treatment options, medication, weight and health issues, relationships, self care and recovery. Written for patients by a patient, a direct first person account of all aspects of diagnosis and treatment for those who suffer from the disorder as well as loved ones and family.

“Narrator Robert Petkoff strikes a perfect balance between an authoritative tone and a warm and friendly approach.”—AudioFile From the bestselling author of The End of Alzheimer’s, Dr. Dale Bredesen, comes a revolutionary new approach to preventing the onset of neurodegenerative disease...

As seen on Good Morning America's SEPTEMBER 2020 READING LIST and FAVORITE BOOKS OF 2020! "We need to read stories about folks who have been through hell and kept going... Fascinating." —Glennon Doyle, A Favorite Book of 2020 on Good Morning America "Gildiner is nothing short of masterful—as...

Are you ready to elevate your diagnostic skills and master the complexities of psychiatric practice with the DSM-5-TR? In the ever-evolving field of mental health, accurate diagnosis is the foundation of effective treatment. Yet, psychiatric symptoms often overlap, disorders present with complex comorbidities, and every patient brings unique challenges. This comprehensive workbook, DSM-5-TR Workbook for Nurse Practitioners: Exercises to Measure and Enhance Your Psychiatry Knowledge, is your practical guide to navigating these complexities with confidence. Unlike standard DSM-5-TR manuals, ...

A revolutionary and much-needed exploration of Alzheimer’s and how patients and their caregivers can take back control from this insidious disease. A significant portion of our population worries about the grip of dementia as we age. With over 6.5 million Americans living with Alzheimer's, the...

Some buildings are not just empty. They are filled with the echoes of the past. This gripping work of narrative nonfiction unlocks the gates to the world's most infamous institutions, from the sprawling grounds of Waverly Hills to the brutalist fortress of Volterra in Italy. Go beyond the legends and walk the decaying corridors where the forgotten were left to suffer. This is not just a collection of ghost stories; it is a profound and moving exploration of the real human tragedies that transpired within these walls. Through meticulous research, this book uncovers the harrowing history of ...

What I Couldn’t Tell My Therapist shares the unforgettable stories of three patients in intensive therapy. Michelle, a dedicated psychotherapist, struggles with an addiction to people-pleasing and perfectionism while being tethered to opioids by mysterious chronic pain. After her own...

The flyer catches my eye. The words “Earn Easy Money – take part in Medical Study", stare at me. I feel a tiny little bit of hope. I know it won't be pleasant and most likely humiliating, but I need the money. Sitting here on this cold synthetic material of the gynecological chair, I feel entirely exposed in the short paper gown. I’m just waiting for the doctors to arrive. The room is chilly, and my slender form shivers a bit. But even though I’m excited about the money, the thought of being examined by two strangers keeps my nerves on edge. The money is extremely generous, I'm ...

In the tradition of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, this New York Times bestseller is a page-turning account of one of the nation’s last segregated asylums. "A book that left me breathless." —Clint Smith, New York Times bestselling author of How The Word Is Passed "Fascinating." —The...

An investigation of the shocking mystery behind the dramatic experiment that revolutionized modern medicine, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Brain on Fire. "Bold, brave, and original." —Susan Orlean, bestselling author of The Orchid Thief Doctors have struggled for centuries...

Does timing, circumstance, or luck impact your health care? This groundbreaking book reveals the hidden side of medicine and how unexpected—but predictable—events can profoundly affect our health. Is there ever a good time to have a heart attack? Why do kids born in the summer get...

Other than Alzheimer's disease normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is the commonest cause of dementia. It affects millions. The diagnosis is missed more than 80% of the time. Millions of patients with have been wrongly diagnosed. If they have idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus they can be treated and possibly cured. The author describes the symptoms of idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus and how it can be diagnosed and treated. He also explains why doctors and nurses so often miss this diagnosis and why idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus is so little known. The author Dr ...

I'm in trouble. My dad owes Dr. Ashworth a lot of money but he can not pay it back. When Dr. Ashworth meets me, he offers me the option to work off my fathers' dept. But what I must do is scary and humiliating. I have no choice but to submit to a very intimate exam and medical treatment trial to keep my father out of trouble. When the medication I was administered leaves me needy and unable to take care of it myself. Dr. Ashworth and 3 of his associates help me out. How many of them do I need to take on before I am finally satisfied?

In Understanding Anger After Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), mTBI or Concussion: Learn Symptoms, Triggers, Anger Management Strategies, Techniques, Therapy, Relationship Concerns, What Can Be Expected, Resources Are you or a close one struggling to manage anger after a brain injury? This book provides a comprehensive overview of anger, its impact on individuals with traumatic brain injury or TBI, and practical tips and tools to manage anger and other mood disorders. Written for TBI survivors, mTBI or concussion survivors, their families, health professionals and caregivers, this book will ...

"FIVE SHOTS TO A HUSBAND'S FACE. A FAMOUS PAINTER WHO REFUSES TO UTTER A SINGLE WORD. AND THE THERAPIST WHO WILL RUIN HIMSELF TO BREAK HER SILENCE." The Silent Patient Painter is a gripping, atmospheric psychological thriller novel. Perfect windows. Perfect silence. A perfect crime. Sharon Beren was a celebrated North London artist whose life was defined by light and color. Until the night she waited in the dark for her fashion-photographer husband, Gary, to return late from a shoot. When he walked through the door, she didn't scream. She didn't argue. She fired five bullets into his face. ...

Are you successful, but can't seem to slow down? Do you have a sense of urgency towards everything? We are designed to get from point A to point B as fast as possible. However, as a result, we can’t slow down and there is a sense of urgency towards everything. We are bombarded by the urgent, tugged by the future, distracted by the unimportant, and discouraged by the past. Time is our most precious resource. It's what we want the most, but it's what we use the worst. I Can’t Wait To Be Patient is a practical guide to overcome our challenges, stress, and expectations, through the power of...

Studies show that the more you yell at your children, the worse their behavior will become. It’s a dreadful cycle that causes stress for parents and less effort from children. However, you have the power to break it once and for all! Not only is the adolescence phase challenging for a parent, but it is just as frustrating for teenagers. Through this informative guide, you’ll be empowered with crucial information that will give you the ability to be calm, no matter the situation.

I gave my v-card to a billionaire twice my age. And now I’m pregnant with his baby. And it could mean me losing everything… After a nasty fall at his office Ethan landed himself in my care. He’s grumpy, rich, infuriatingly handsome and arrogant. He ran off every single nurse but me. I was the only one left. I may be a compassionate person, but he was testing my every nerve. Then I gave him a sponge bath and saw his chiseled body and what he was packing. Before I knew it, he had me pinned to his bed. I hoped no one could hear us. He’s no longer a patient. But his firm is now in ...