Writing away the stigma
Subtitle: ten courgeous writers tell true stories about depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, PTSD & more
By: edited by Lee Gutkind & Chad Vogler ; foreword by Joni Schwager
Publisher: Infact Books
Published: 2014
Place of publication: Pittsbourgh, PA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 83
ISBN-13: 9780692221297
Subjects: Mental illness; Anecdotes; Authors; Creative ability; Maladies mentales; Écrivains; Créativité; Creativity
Description: "One in four American adults will endure the trials of a mental health condition this year, and more than half will experience one in their lifetime. Yet the stigma of mental illness remains, leading many to face their difficulties in shame and silence. In this collection, ten writers confront the stigma of mental illness head-on, bravely telling stories of devastating depressions, persistent traumas, overwhelming compulsions, and more"-- Back cover.