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Item specifics
- Condition
- Good
- Seller notes
- “This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear .”
- ISBN
- 9780399173325
- Book Title
- Common Struggle : a Personal Journey Through the Past and Future of Mental Illness and Addiction
- Publisher
- Penguin Publishing Group
- Item Length
- 9 in
- Publication Year
- 2015
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 1.3 in
- Genre
- Health & Fitness, Biography & Autobiography, Psychology, Medical
- Topic
- Health Care Issues, Psychopathology / General, Mental Health, Political, Psychopathology / Addiction, Psychopathology / Bipolar Disorder
- Item Weight
- 25.4 Oz
- Item Width
- 6 in
- Number of Pages
- 426 Pages
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0399173323
ISBN-13
9780399173325
eBay Product ID (ePID)
208672010
Product Key Features
Book Title
Common Struggle : a Personal Journey Through the Past and Future of Mental Illness and Addiction
Number of Pages
426 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2015
Topic
Health Care Issues, Psychopathology / General, Mental Health, Political, Psychopathology / Addiction, Psychopathology / Bipolar Disorder
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Health & Fitness, Biography & Autobiography, Psychology, Medical
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.3 in
Item Weight
25.4 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2015-025738
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"A stunningly unvarnished portrait of one of America's most private public families..." --People "Searching and fearless." -- Kevin Cullen , The Boston Globe "I, am personally, really proud of Patrick. I think what he's doing is consistent with everything that my family has stood for...he needed to start that journey by telling his own story of mental illness. I think it's noble, and it's heroic, and I have nothing but admiration for him." --Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on "Ring of Fire" radio "[Patrick Kennedy] has undeniably turned his fame toward a good cause -- of raising understanding about the prevalence of mental illness and addiction in our society, and the need to help our brothers and sisters who cannot help themselves. There are easier ways to make money than speaking out honestly about one's own life, and we admire the courage Mr. Kennedy has shown in discussing these difficult issues." --Editorial Board, Providence Journal "Kennedy's eye-opening book is a public call for action. "A Common Struggle" also is a call for understanding, not only for those with mental illness, but for all those affected by the mostly misunderstood, and often devastating, illness. As Kennedy points out, no one is immune from mental illness." --Wichita Times "His new memoir, which recounts the troubles he and his famous family experienced, will help move the needle when it comes to public policy regarding mental health and substance abuse.... it shine[s] a needed light on a serious problem." --Editorial Board, The Oklahoman "If your readers do nothing else today, they should buy or order this remarkable book ... I always admired Kennedy's passion and willingness to fight not only on mental illness issues but also such topics as gay rights and gun control. This book should enhance your understanding and appreciation of the work he did in Congress and the ambitious mental health initiatives he is leading now. And for the happiness of his marriage and fatherhood..." --Charlie Bakst, on WPRI TV blog "I think Patrick Kennedy is quite courageous for bringing this book out. ... What he is doing is really the equivalent of what Betty Ford did when she exposed her own alcoholism." --Dr. Thomas McLelland, former deputy director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, on MSNBC "Patrick Kennedy should receive a profile in courage award for his book, A Common Struggle..." -- Dan Rea, CBS-TV Boston , "[a] stunningly unvarnished portrait of one of America's most private public families...*" --People magazine "Searching and fearless." -- Kevin Cullen , The Boston Globe "Patrick Kennedy has shown great courage in telling his story. Although his conclusions about some family members certainly are not the words of a medical expert, he is telling us all that addiction and mental illness can touch any family -- even one of the country's most pre-eminent political families -- and that silence often only prolongs the suffering." --Michelle R. Smith, Fitchburg Sentinel "I, am personally, really proud of Patrick. I think what he's doing is consistent with everything that my family has stood for...he needed to start that journey by telling his own story of mental illness. I think it's noble, and it's heroic, and I have nothing but admiration for him." --Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on "Ring of Fire" radio "[Patrick Kennedy] has undeniably turned his fame toward a good cause -- of raising understanding about the prevalence of mental illness and addiction in our society, and the need to help our brothers and sisters who cannot help themselves. There are easier ways to make money than speaking out honestly about one's own life, and we admire the courage Mr. Kennedy has shown in discussing these difficult issues." --Editorial Board, Providence Journal "His new memoir, which recounts the troubles he and his famous family experienced, will help move the needle when it comes to public policy regarding mental health and substance abuse.... it shine[s] a needed light on a serious problem." --Editorial Board, The Oklahoman "If your readers do nothing else today, they should buy or order this remarkable book ... I always admired Kennedy's passion and willingness to fight not only on mental illness issues but also such topics as gay rights and gun control. This book should enhance your understanding and appreciation of the work he did in Congress and the ambitious mental health initiatives he is leading now. And for the happiness of his marriage and fatherhood..." --Charlie Bakst, retired Providence Journal political columnist, on WPRI TV blog "I think Patrick Kennedy is quite courageous for bringing this book out. ... What he is doing is really the equivalent of what Betty Ford did when she exposed her own alcoholism." --Dr. Thomas McLelland, former deputy director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, on MSNBC "Patrick Kennedy should receive a profile in courage award for his book, A Common Struggle..." -- Dan Rea, CBS Boston
TitleLeading
A
Dewey Decimal
616.890092 B
Synopsis
Patrick J. Kennedy, the former congressman and youngest child of Senator Ted Kennedy, opens up about his personal and political battle with mental illness and addiction for the first time. This candid memoir focuses on the years from his 'coming out' about suffering from bipolar disorder and addiction to the present day, and examines his journey toward recovery while reflecting on America's treatment of mental health., **A New York Times Bestseller** Patrick J. Kennedy, the former congressman and youngest child of Senator Ted Kennedy, details his personal and political battle with mental illness and addiction, exploring mental health care's history in the country alongside his and every family's private struggles. On May 5, 2006, the New York Times ran two stories, "Patrick Kennedy Crashes Car into Capitol Barrier" and then, several hours later, "Patrick Kennedy Says He'll Seek Help for Addiction." It was the first time that the popular Rhode Island congressman had publicly disclosed his addiction to prescription painkillers, the true extent of his struggle with bipolar disorder and his plan to immediately seek treatment. That could have been the end of his career, but instead it was the beginning. Since then, Kennedy has become the nation's leading advocate for mental health and substance abuse care, research and policy both in and out of Congress. And ever since passing the landmark Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act--and after the death of his father, leaving Congress--he has been changing the dialogue that surrounds all brain diseases. A Common Struggle weaves together Kennedy's private and professional narratives, echoing Kennedy's philosophy that for him, the personal is political and the political personal. Focusing on the years from his 'coming out' about suffering from bipolar disorder and addiction to the present day, the book examines Kennedy's journey toward recovery and reflects on Americans' propensity to treat mental illnesses as "family secrets." Beyond his own story, though, Kennedy creates a roadmap for equality in the mental health community, and outlines a bold plan for the future of mental health policy. Written with award-winning healthcare journalist and best-selling author Stephen Fried, A Common Struggle is both a cry for empathy and a call to action.
LC Classification Number
E840.8.K358A3 2015
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- 29 Oct, 2015
Book Review "A Common Struggle", by Patrick J. Kennedy
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- 22 Nov, 2016
Patrick Kennedy offers a window into his life of addiction and mental,illness.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: jandjultra
- 28 Jun, 2016
A great book - honest and courageously written.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: silver-arch-books
- 18 Apr, 2018
A Common Struggle --Patrick Kennedy
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- 15 Nov, 2015
This young man holds nothing back.
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