Title:
I am not sick, I don't need help! : how to help someone with mental illness accept treatment / Xavier Amador.
ISBN:
9780967718934
Personal Author:
Edition:
Tenth anniversary edition.
Publication Information:
New York : Vida Press, 2012.
Physical Description:
xvi, 253 pages ; 22 cm
Contents:
The truth about denial of illness -- How to help using LEAP -- Staying on guard and next steps -- Theory, research & practical advice on LEAP.
Summary:
Dr. Amador's research on poor insight was inspired by his attemps to help his brother Henry, who developed schizophrenia, accept treatment. Like tens of millions of others diagnosed with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, Henry did not believe he was ill. I AM NOT SICK, I Don't Need Help! is not just a reference for mental health practictioners or law enforcement professionals. It is a must-read guide for family members whose loved ones are battling mental illness. Read and learn as have hundreds of thousands of others...to LEAP�Listen, Empathize, Agree, and Partner�and help your patients and loved ones accept the treatment they need.
OCLC Number:
ocn767569113
Availability:
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