Surviving Mental Illness Through Humor
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Surviving Mental Illness Through Humor
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Author : Jessica Azar
language : en
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Release Date : 2015-04-07
Surviving Mental Illness Through Humor written by Jessica Azar and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-04-07 with categories.
If you're living with a mental illness, you're in good company. Disease doesn't discriminate; One in four people suffer from mental illness, and yet the stigma still remains. Surviving Mental Illness Through Humor contains stories of hope, despair, and hilarity by writers who are walking the mental health journey, as they discuss their experiences with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Anorexia, Agoraphobia, Panic Disorder and more. While the lows of living with mental illness can be devastating, the disease doesn't define the lives of these contributors, and it doesn't have to define yours, either. Some of these essays will make your heart ache, some will make you cry with laughter, but in reading this Anthology you will see that living with mental illness doesn't equal a life of endless misery. Join us as we 'laugh stigma into submission' by growing attitudes of acceptance and compassion.
Surviving Mental Illness Through Humor
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Author : Alyson Herzig
language : en
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Release Date : 2015-04
Surviving Mental Illness Through Humor written by Alyson Herzig and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-04 with Mental illness categories.
If you're living with a mental illness, you're in good company. Disease doesn't discriminate; One in four people suffer from mental illness, and yet the stigma still remains. Surviving Mental Illness Through Humor contains stories of hope, despair, and hilarity by writers who are walking the mental health journey, as they discuss their experiences with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Anorexia, Agoraphobia, Panic Disorder and more. While the lows of living with mental illness can be devastating, the disease doesn't define the lives of these contributors, and it doesn't have to define yours, either. Some of these essays will make your heart ache, some will make you cry with laughter, but in reading this Anthology you will see that living with mental illness doesn't equal a life of endless misery. Join us as we 'laugh stigma into submission' by growing attitudes of acceptance and compassion.
Humor S Hidden Power
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Author : Nichole Force
language : en
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Release Date : 2011-05-03
Humor S Hidden Power written by Nichole Force and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-05-03 with Wit and humor categories.
It is often said that "laughter is the best medicine," but this aphorism fails to fully express the power inherent in humor. HUMOR'S HIDDEN POWER reveals how humor has empowered people to overcome overwhelming circumstances throughout history, how laughter changes brain chemistry and functioning, how the genders use humor differently, and the ways in which comedians have used humor to heal themselves and others through the ages (from court jesters to Stephen Colbert). It consolidates and clarifies much of what has already been written, reveals what has not yet been reported in the fields of neuroscience and humor studies, and provides recommendations for the targeted use of humor to combat the most common sources of suffering. "An intensely engaging and fascinating examination of the vital role humor plays in health and happiness." ~Joe Dea, Emmy Award-Winning Director "HUMOR'S HIDDEN POWER is a significant contribution to the existing literature on the healthful benefits of humor. Backing her claims with solid scientific research, Nichole Force makes a serious case that laughter really is the best medicine." ~Dr. Michael Pariser, Psy.D. Psychologist and Psychoanalyst, Los Angeles, CA "HUMOR'S HIDDEN POWER is an informative, intriguing and thoroughly enlightening book. A must-read for all who love humor, and those who have yet to discover its joys and rewards." ~Victor Schulte, Los Angeles Deputy City Attorney [Cover photo by Abdulhamid Al Fadhly]
Surviving Suicide
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Author : Deena Baxter
language : en
Publisher: Mascot Books
Release Date : 2014-09-10
Surviving Suicide written by Deena Baxter and has been published by Mascot Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-10 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
There are many books about living with mental illness; this is a story about dying from it. A son gives back the gift of life and launches the author on a mission-a search for normal and who gets to decide. Crossing international boundaries, from the U.S. to Brazil, Deena Baxter's journey shines a light on a harsher reality: how the stigma of mental illness keeps it cloaked in denial. Using heartache, humor, and creative full-color graphics, Baxter brings mental illness out of the darkness and gives it a voice-a voice worth listening to. Book jacket.
Kissed By Cancer
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Author : Sue Lachman
language : en
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Release Date : 2020-06-30
Kissed By Cancer written by Sue Lachman and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-06-30 with categories.
The most frightening words are... ... "You've got cancer." This is a story of triumph. Facing a frightening diagnosis, Sue resolved to remove anxiety from the equation. And through her darkest moments of pain and chemotherapy, she discovered her sense of humor was her most powerful line of defense. They say laughter is the best medicine. But breast cancer is no joke. The eight months of chemo were grueling. In a raw and moving account of healing, author and survivor Sue Lachman shares how her struggles to open her mind would lead to a new approach to mental health. A must-read for future survivors and those who love them. Her positive narrative reveals an uplifting path and refreshing outlook for those struggling to uncover the bright side on the tough road to recovery. Sue's humor will make you smile... ...even when there are tears. You'll love this story of triumph, because it is an honest look at the difficulties faced by anybody with a life-threatening illness.
It S Kind Of A Funny Story
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Author : Ned Vizzini
language : en
Publisher: Disney Electronic Content
Release Date : 2010-09-25
It S Kind Of A Funny Story written by Ned Vizzini and has been published by Disney Electronic Content this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-09-25 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
Like many ambitious New York City teenagers, Craig Gilner sees entry into Manhattan's Executive Pre-Professional High School as the ticket to his future. Determined to succeed at life—which means getting into the right high school to get into the right college to get the right job—Craig studies night and day to ace the entrance exam, and does. That's when things start to get crazy. At his new school, Craig realizes that he isn't brilliant compared to the other kids; he's just average, and maybe not even that. He soon sees his once-perfect future crumbling away.
When All Else Fails Go For The Dick Joke
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Author : A. L. Norton
language : en
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Release Date : 2018-01-26
When All Else Fails Go For The Dick Joke written by A. L. Norton and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-01-26 with categories.
A short story of a young woman telling ways of how she copes with mental illness and depression. She uses humor, and some facts as well in hopes to help others to know that they are not alone in this battle. She also uses quotes from Robin Williams, to help bring light to each chapter in the book, and to help tell the story. Robin Williams was a huge influence in her life, and helped her in so many ways when it came to her battles with mental illness and depression. She will be forever grateful for him being so open and honest about his battles, and bringing light into helping others with this often misunderstood disease we call mental illness.
It S Hard To Be A Person
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Author : Brett Newski
language : en
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Release Date : 2021-06-29
It S Hard To Be A Person written by Brett Newski and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-06-29 with categories.
Years ago, somewhere on the Internet, I posted a few dumb drawings making fun of my own anxiety and depression. The response to them was warmer than anticipated, and people kept asking for more. Blending humor with pure depression seemed to strike a chord with a decent amount of people. So I kept going, and after about three years of drawing, I had enough dumb drawings for a book. Mental health is a serious thing, and it gets heavier when humans don't talk about it outwardly. I bottled up feelings for many years. Feelings I considered "dark", "weak", "downhearted", "embarrassing", "shameful" or any number of self-deprecating words. But after saying (or drawing) them out loud to people, all that weight went away and I realized it was normal to feel these feelings.Humor has always been a primary mode of therapy for me. I still make fun of my own anxiety and "depresh" as catharsis. I sing about it on tour, talk about it on my podcast, and draw pictures of it here in this book. Putting my formerly-private-feelings out into the world has been tremendous therapy for me, and I wish I would've done it sooner.Over the span of many years, I've been illustrating the "hacks", "strategies", or "exercises" that have worked best for me in combating the struggles in my head. More than anything I want this book to be useful for people. I'm not a doctor, just a person who spends too much time in my head. The objective of It's Hard to Be a Person is not to give unsolicited advice, but to hopefully save you some headaches on the long n' winding road of life in your brain.
The Psychology Of Humor
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Author : Rod A. Martin
language : en
Publisher: Academic Press
Release Date : 2018-07-14
The Psychology Of Humor written by Rod A. Martin and has been published by Academic Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-07-14 with Psychology categories.
Most of us laugh at something funny multiple times during a typical day. Humor serves multiple purposes, and although there is a sizable and expanding research literature on the subject, the research is spread in a variety of disciplines. The Psychology of Humor, 2e reviews the literature, integrating research from across subdisciplines in psychology, as well as related fields such as anthropology, biology, computer science, linguistics, sociology, and more. This book begins by defining humor and presenting theories of humor. Later chapters cover cognitive processes involved in humor and the effects of humor on cognition. Individual differences in personality and humor are identified as well as the physiology of humor, the social functions of humor, and how humor develops and changes over the lifespan. This book concludes noting the association of humor with physical and mental health, and outlines applications of humor use in psychotherapy, education, and the workplace. In addition to being fully updated with recent research, the second edition includes a variety of new materials. More graphs, tables, and figures now illustrate concepts, processes, and theories. It provides new brief interviews with prominent humor scholars via text boxes. The end of each chapter now includes a list of key concepts, critical thinking questions, and a list of resources for further reading. Covers research on humor and laughter in every area of psychology Integrates research findings into a coherent conceptual framework Includes brain imaging studies, evolutionary models, and animal research Integrates related information from sociology, linguistics, neuroscience, and anthropology Explores applications of humor in psychotherapy, education, and the workplace Provides new research, plus key concepts and chapter summaries
Have You Seen My Self Esteem The Post Modern Absurdist Humour Of Cedric Channing Worthing
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Author : Cedric Worthing
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021
Have You Seen My Self Esteem The Post Modern Absurdist Humour Of Cedric Channing Worthing written by Cedric Worthing and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021 with Humor categories.
Have you seen my self-esteem?: the post-modern, absurdist humour of Cedric Channing Worthing / compiled with an introduction by Geoffrey and Mark Worthing. A humorous look at life through the eyes of a young geeky guy with a unique sense of humour. Tragically, Cedric did not survive his battle with mental illness to see his art work in print, but his friends and family have collected it and presented it in finished form so that it may be enjoyed by all.