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A psychologist’s memoir of living with bipolar disorder
1995Steady paceMelancholic
What it is about
Kay Redfield Jamison, a clinical psychologist who studies mood disorders, describes her own illness. She tells about her manic and depressive episodes and her treatment. The book is a well-known memoir of mental illness.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who want to understand mood disorders.
What you will get
Contains discussions of mental illness. If you are struggling, consider seeking professional support.
An Unquiet Mind Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Nonfiction · Bipolar disorder · Memoir · Psychology
Length
223 pages · ≈ 6 h
More about this book
Characters
Kay Redfield Jamison.
Setting
Universities and hospitals.
What makes it different
A personal account by an expert on the illness.
Feel
Honest, lyrical and brave.
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