Dundee Asylum has been in place for nearly 200 years and this fascinating account of its history and patients is a well-researched description of asylum life over the years. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Much has been written of the short-term experience of combat trauma. Almost nothing has been documented about how that trauma impacts individuals years after their first conflict experiences and into later life. Here, Johnson relates the stories of fifteen of his combat brothers to share with the world what their terror of four decades ago has done to them and how it affects them to this day. With candor and vivid detail, they reveal how their combat...

Camarillo State Hospital, affectionately known as "Cam," officially opened its doors in 1936, during a time when the California State Commission in Lunacy oversaw the treatment and care of those deemed mentally ill. A pioneering research institution in autism and schizophrenia, Cam achieved notoriety as one of two state institutions that accommodated children and as the first state hospital to receive certification for treatment of the developmentally...

Attempt details the true story of a broken home and mental illness that led to a suicide attempt. After certain providential interventions, as detailed in the book, it becomes clear that God was still being gracious and merciful. The inspirational account details true events as they happened during a psychological crisis. It brings awareness to major depressive disorder (MDD) while giving definitions and actual examples of mental illness. This disorder...

Have you noticed the changes between DSM-4 and DMS-5? If not, this is the guide you need to read. Here, some of the major revisions from the two versions are briefly but sufficiently explained. Use this guide to become updated on the definitions of some of the most commonly diagnosed mental disorders.

"The Voices Within: A Journey of Living with Schizophrenia" is a powerful memoir and self-help guide that explores the author's experiences living with schizophrenia. Through a combination of personal stories, scientific research, and practical advice, readers will gain a deeper understanding of this complex mental illness.The author, who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia, shares their journey from the early signs and symptoms of the illness to...

The New York Times Bestseller from Surgeon General, Vivek H. Murthy, MD.

"We have a massive, deadly epidemic hidden in plain sight: loneliness. It is as harmful to health as smoking and far more common. And as his gripping stories of the science and suffering make clear, we can do something about it. Together is fascinating, moving, and essential reading."—Atul Gawande, author of Being Mortal

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Rae Earl offers her personalized advice on the A to Zs of mental health, social media, family and friendship. "Imbued with a sense of humor, understanding, and hope, Your Brain Needs a Hug is a judgment-free guide for living well with your mind. My Mad Fat Diary author Rae Earl offers her personalized advice on the A to Zs of mental health, social media, family and friendship. When she was a teenager, Rae dealt with OCD, anxiety, and an eating disorder,...