I watch people with the same kind of fascinated horror that I view a car wreck. I don’t intend to stare, but I just can’t seem to tear my eyes away from the catastrophe that is in front of me. Perhaps it’s human nature; I am naturally drawn to the drama of others because it reminds me that my life, … [Read more...]
The World Reacts To Robin Williams’ Apparent Suicide
"Genie, you're free..." - Aladdin Mrs. Doubtfire. Aladdin. Jumanji. Hook. Good Will Hunting. Dead Poets Society. The list just goes on and on. The brilliant man that was behind all these movies and so many more, is now gone. Actor-comedian Robin Williams was found dead on Monday in his … [Read more...]
How Families Navigate the Complex Mental Health Care System.
In our current healthcare system if your child is physically injured you head straight to the hospital or clinic where they are treated by one of the many healthcare professionals on the road to recovery. That is not the case when it comes to mental health. According to Dr. Anthony Levitt, a … [Read more...]
Back with Susan Juby
An addiction memoir with a lightness to it - and the author talks with me about The Woefield Poultry Collective.Nice Recoveryby Susan JubyVikingISBN: 978 0 670 06917 0Audience: Teens and adultsYA author Susan Juby came out with something a little different this year - aimed at teens and adults … [Read more...]
My Addiction
Yes, I am coming out of the closet in hopes that someone can help me. I have an addiction. OK, it's not quite as serious as Britney or Brad Efron or Amy Winehouse I realize but no matter what I do I can NOT shake it. The truth is, I know I should but I really don't want to...I love it toooooooooooo … [Read more...]