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3.8 AVERAGE
3.8 AVERAGE
challenging
inspiring
so good i’m writing a review. this is an elevated version of the bell jar (sorry sylvia) and the portrayal of the uphill battle toward reality was perfect. also a great shoutout to psychologists in this book with dr. furii, my favorite parts were deborah’s convos with her❤️ realistically hopeful
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
"I Never Promised You a Rose Garden," is a beautiful book based on a true story. Knowing that this is a retelling of the authors own experience as a sufferer of mental illness lends credibility to all aspects of the tale.
Contrary to the current belief that most metal illnesses are life long diseases that forever need managing, it's amazing to discover that there are people who have recovered from schizophrenia--the most frightening mental illness of all. Not only that, but the details provided in this book of how a schizophrenic might construct their mental landscape are fascinating. This book offers insight into the potential world of a mentally ill person, and it allows for more compassion and understanding toward those with mental illness.
The book itself is well written, and the therapist who tends to the protagonist lends a warmth and wisdom that enlightens the reader, pointing out aspects of health and sanity that pertain to us all.
I looked the book's author, Joanne Greenberg, up on Youtube and I found a documentary about her recovery from schizophrenia called, "Take These Broken Wings." I couldn't find the whole documentary posted on Youtube, but I guess it's listed at www.iraresoul.com
I've also watched the movie, "I Never Promised You a Rose Garden," on YouTube, and while the movie was enjoyable, I must say the book offers a depth of understanding and subtly that the movie does not.I think "I Never Promised You a Rose Garden," should be required reading for anyone interested in entering the metal health field. If nothing else, at least watch the movie.
Contrary to the current belief that most metal illnesses are life long diseases that forever need managing, it's amazing to discover that there are people who have recovered from schizophrenia--the most frightening mental illness of all. Not only that, but the details provided in this book of how a schizophrenic might construct their mental landscape are fascinating. This book offers insight into the potential world of a mentally ill person, and it allows for more compassion and understanding toward those with mental illness.
The book itself is well written, and the therapist who tends to the protagonist lends a warmth and wisdom that enlightens the reader, pointing out aspects of health and sanity that pertain to us all.
I looked the book's author, Joanne Greenberg, up on Youtube and I found a documentary about her recovery from schizophrenia called, "Take These Broken Wings." I couldn't find the whole documentary posted on Youtube, but I guess it's listed at www.iraresoul.com
I've also watched the movie, "I Never Promised You a Rose Garden," on YouTube, and while the movie was enjoyable, I must say the book offers a depth of understanding and subtly that the movie does not.I think "I Never Promised You a Rose Garden," should be required reading for anyone interested in entering the metal health field. If nothing else, at least watch the movie.
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Absolutely stunning, so tender and vulnerable without grandiosity or over sincerity - just beautiful
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Self harm
Goede impressie van de oude psychiatrie. Mooi verhaal. Een klassieke aanrader!
Bir akıl hastasının gözünden hayata bakabilmek...
Yazarının kendi yaşamından izler taşıyan bu kitabı okurken "deli" deyip geçtiklerimizin beynine, dünyasına misafir olma şansınız var!
Deborah... Umarım başarmışsındır.
Yazarının kendi yaşamından izler taşıyan bu kitabı okurken "deli" deyip geçtiklerimizin beynine, dünyasına misafir olma şansınız var!
Deborah... Umarım başarmışsındır.
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
:')