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Book SynopsisTrade Review"These stories tell of experiences that all of us diagnosed with schizophrenia can relate to, so we don't feel so alone. And the more people know about their illness, the easier it is to cope with the symptoms and the more willing they will be to accept treatment, including medication. I wish I had this book when I first got sick." -- Tina, outpatient ...very important guide to schizophrenia... -- Daria Dibitonto Metapsychology
Table of ContentsForeword to the Second Edition Foreword Introductory Note A Note on the Title Acknowledgments About the Authors Using This Book Introduction: So They Say We Have Schizophrenia 1. In the Beginning 2. So Many Questions: The Quick Reference Guide 3. How the Brain Works 4. What Is Schizophrenia? 5. Why Me? 6. Diagnosing Schizophrenia 7. What Will People Think of Me Now? 8. Medication 9. Out of the Hospital and Staying Well 10. Coping with Positive and Negative Symptoms 11. Coping with Other Symptoms and Side Effects 12. Drugs, Alcohol, and Safer Sex 13. Under the Microscope 14. Zelda's Story 15.Who Am I Now? 16. Getting the Social Services You Need 17.Vocational Rehabilitation Appendix 1. Client Assistance Program Directory Appendix 2. Vocational Rehabilitation Directory Appendix 3. Other Resources Index
