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By Claire Bien Paperback 272 pages -
By Hanne Arts Paperback 218 pages -
By Will Hall Paperback 402 pages -
Research studies, articles and book excerpts on recovery. All compiled into one publication!
This publication dispels the myth that people labeled with mental illness need to lead lives of endless desperation and broken dreams. Inspire a new generation of consumers, caregivers, administrators, and families! -
Electronic version availableBy Patricia Deegan, PhD
Self-help strategies for people who hear voices that are distressing
This self-help guide can help you gain control over or eliminate voices that are distressing. The 22 page booklet, includes 18 fully illustrated self-help strategies that can help you take a stand, find your own voice and reach your goals! -
Electronic version available
Developed with the assistance of diverse leaders from across the U.S.
Emotional CPR is a public health education program designed to teach people the skills to assist others through emotional crisis and regain a sense of hope and purpose in their lives. This workbook was developed for the eCPR certification training and provides a thoughtful discussion of the values of eCPR, the features of dialogue, and the primary components of eCPR: C = Connection, P = emPowering, and R = Revitalizing. Other sections include how to prepare oneself to provide eCPR as well as tips for self-care. The workbook is filled with inspiring quotes, real-life examples of embodying the practice of eCPR, sample instructions for role plays, and other exercises. The workbook is designed for anyone who may encounter a person in emotional crisis – law enforcement, mental health peers, mental health providers, family members, and others. If you are interested in learning more about eCPR, or would like to request an eCPR training, please visit www.emotional-cpr.org.
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Printed version of the PACE manual.
Also available in PDF format via the home page of NEC website. Available in English, Spanish and Japanese Japanese Translation by: RACA - Recovery Alternative Change Association -
By Dorothy Dundas Dorothy Dundas, a survivor of forced combined insulin coma/electroshock, psychiatric drugging, seclusion and restraint during her teenage years, has created this powerful poster from her actual hospital records -
Electronic version availableBy Judi Chamberlin
On Our Own is Judi's story as a patient in both public and private hospitals. The story explores her experiences while being a patient as well as the lessons she learned while using services controlled by the patients themselves. It makes a compelling case for patient controlled services; a real alternative to the institutions that destroy the confident independence of so many. This is a work of great hope and optimism. On Our Own is now translated in to Korean, thanks to Ji-Eun Lee. To download the Korean version, please click here. -
Available only electronicallyBy Daniel Fisher, MD, PhD
The question most often asked of Dan is: "How did you recover?" This electronic booklet includes Dan's personal experience from seclusion to empowerment, and the healing strategies he found helpful. Learn about the values Dan lives by, the strategies he found helpful in healing his "mental illness", and how to connect and harmonize with others. -
By Daniel Mackler and Matt Morrissey
Dealing with Your Family After You've Been Diagnosed with a Psychiatric Disorder
Family conflict can wreak havoc on people diagnosed with psychiatric disorders. A Way Out of Madness offers guidance in resolving family conflict and taking control of your life. The book also includes personal accounts of family healing by people who were themselves psychiatrically diagnosed. Contributors include: Patch Adams, M.D., inspiration for Robin Williams film; Joanne Greenberg, author, I Never Promised You a Rose Garden; David Oaks, director, MindFreedom International; Will Hall, co-founder, Freedom Center.- Click here to read a review of the book
- Sample chapter by Dorothy W. Dundas - Attachments Lost and Found (PDF, 25KB, 9 pages)
- Sample chapter by Will Hall - Life After Family
