Written with authority and compassion, this is the essential resource
for individuals and families seeking expert guidance on diagnosis,
treatment, and recovery, featuring inspiring, true stories from real
people in their own words.
Millions of people in the United States are affected by mental illness
every year, and the Covid-19 pandemic only further exposed the
shortcomings of the American mental health system. Too many are
confused, afraid, and overwhelmed, with many asking themselves the same
questions: What does it mean when different doctors give me different
diagnoses? What if my insurance won't cover my treatment? Will I ever
feel better? Families and friends are often left in the dark about how
best to help their loved ones, from dealing with financial and
logistical issues, to handling the emotional challenges of loving
someone who is suffering.
You Are Not Alone is here to offer help. Written by Dr. Ken Duckworth
with the wisdom of a psychiatrist and the vulnerability of a peer, this
comprehensive guide centers the poignant lived experiences of over 125
individuals from across the country whose first-person stories
illustrate the diversity of mental health journeys. This book also
provides
- Practical guidance on dealing with a vast array of mental health
conditions and navigating care
- Research-based evidence on what treatments and approaches work
- Insight and advice from renowned clinical experts and practitioners
This singular resource--the first book from the National Alliance on
Mental Illness--is a powerful reminder that help is here, and you are
never alone.
