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The current library list (Excel file) of books held by the Supporting Families In Mental Illness Auckland library as at Jan. 2010. These books are available to our members. If you wish to become a member then please download a membership form and send to us at P.O. Box 78 122, Grey Lynn, Auckland, 1245
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SELECTED BOOKS
Darcy Daisy feels anxious and confused after overhearing troubling gossip about Ms. Zinnia. a community member who has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Darcy shares her concerns with her mother who provides her with information about Ms. Zinnia's illness. By learning facts about bipolar disorder, Darcy feels less anxious...
'At my worst moments, I lost all sense of hope for the future. As I began to slowly get better, I began to be able to say to myself, 'This will pass, you'll get through this. Hang on to hope.'
John Kirwan was one of the most devastating wingers New Zealand, and world, rugby had ever seen. A prominent and revered figure at the dawn of the professional age of rugby, he seemed to live a charmed life.
Author: Wendy Lyons & Tricia Irving Hendry
A handbook for parents, caregivers and family/whanau of young people who have a mental illness. "I have written this because, at the time of my daughter's illness, there was no handbook like this available for parents, caregivers or other family/whanau members... I am hoping this book will provide you with helpful information, encouragement and ideas about ways to cope and find real support. - Wendy Lyons.
Author: Vicki Cowling
"The final chapter of the book argues strongly for maintaining the dimensions of development and a family context in the provision of mental health care, especially to children and young people, rather than abandoning these approaches in favour of those which are behaviourally focused and 'stripped of meaning and motives'." - Vicki Cowling.
Author: Caril Cowan
A Guide for Support Workers, Family/whanau & Friends. This book fills a gap, presenting applied knowledge and skills for supporting the recovery journey of people with mental illness within the Aotearoa/NewZealand context. Topics covered include the mental health services in Aotearoa/New Zealand; the role of the mental health support worker; interpersonal/communication skills; approaches to self-management of a mental illness and for planning life's journey embracing active participation in relation-ship with family/whanau & friends, professionals and other support.
Author: Ellen Munro
Inspirational stories from people who have suffered depression and loss, revealing how the illness has affected their lives and of those around them and how they learnt to face their problems and overcome their debilitating symptoms. These stories show how the symptoms of depression can differ in severity. Chapters also reinforce suggestions on how to cope with depression including a chapter on how family/whanau and friends can help.
BOOK REVIEWS
A Guide for Support Workers, Family/whanau & Friends.
Author: Caril Cowan
Reviewer: Carole Dallimore
This book gives a comprehensive coverage of our mental health services in Aotearoa/New Zealand,beginning with changes that have taken place in mental health policy since the 1990's. These changes acknowledged the need for on-going support for the mentally ill and so the role of the mental health support worker evolved.
Author: Xavier Amador PhD
Reviewer: Carole Dallimore
This is a very readable book for families, friends and therapists coping with the seriously mentally ill. One of the major issues of living with someone diagnosed with schizophrenia and similar conditions is their inability to recognise their illness and so their need for treatment.
Michael D. Yapko
Reviewer: Robyn McNiece
As author Michael Yapko states in the introduction to Breaking the Patterns of Depression, his purpose is to provide a reference for a 'self-help' approach to recovery. This is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice when necessary; rather, he recommends support from a reputable psychotherapist together with a course of medication where indicated.
Reviewer: Natalie Heijm
This 2005 book from America is a new addition to the children’s section of the SFMI library. The story is about a flower girl called Daisy who sees and hears some confusing things about her favorite teacher Ms. Zinnia. Daisy learns about bipolar disorder and is then able to help her teacher and community. From reading this short story, I feel that kids will relate to and enjoy Darcy’s journey of discovery!
DVD
Director: Joseph Greco
Canvas is the story of a young boy growing up with a mother who has schizophrenia. The film is based on on the experiences of the film's US writer/ director Joseph Greco, whose own mother had schizophrenia.
Produced by: Waitemata District Health Board and NZEIPS
Family Matters is a resource designed to help you understand psychosis. Hear four stories from families of distress, determination and recovery. Clinical professionals describe what the symptoms of psychosis are, how the illness develops, what techniques assist recovery and practical advice for families.
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