Double Trouble - Living with manic depression: A personal story and a practical guide

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Pauline Rhodes’ book entitled Double Trouble is a down to earth and forthright account of one woman’s struggle with a mental illness that she describes as “widespread”. The dramatic mood swings of Manic Depression are painful and full of fear. They are often tied up with shame, silence and secrecy. It takes courage to try to convey the “hell” (her word) of living with a serious mood disorder. It takes courage to reveal ones self as a deeply divided, sometimes deluded person. Rhodes tackles the difficulties bravely and clearly. read more...