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When Someone You Love Has a Mental Illness - by Rebecca Woolis (Paperback)

When Someone You Love Has a Mental Illness - by  Rebecca Woolis (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>An essential resource--featuring 50 proven Quick Reference guides--for the millions of parents, siblings, and friends of people with mental illness, as well as professionals in the field.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>This indispensable book about love and mental health addresses the short-term, daily problems of living with a person with mental illness, as well as long-term planning and care. Of special note are the forty-three "Quick Reference Guides" about such topics as: responding to hallucinations, delusions, violence and anger; helping your loved one comply with treatment plans and medication; deciding if the person should live at home or in a facility; choosing a doctor and dealing with mental health professionals; handling the holidays and family activities; managing stress; helping siblings and adult children with their special concerns. <p/> "Ms. Woolis produced a handbook which is both practical and accessible, eminently useful for all of us who have a family member with a serious mental illness." -E. Fuller Torrey, M.D., author of <i>Surviving Schizophrenia<br></i><br> "Rebecca Woolis presents easy-to-follow practical guidelines for coping with the multitude of problems that regularly confront families. In minutes the reader can find helpful suggestions for dealing with any problem that might arise." -Christopher S. Amenson, Ph.D., Director, Pacific Clinics East<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Rebecca Woolis </b>is the author of <i>When Someone You Love Has a Mental Illness. </i>

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