More than just a book
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This is a very personal and touching story of one man's struggle with BDD and depression. Until I read this book I was completely unaware of people going through similar experiences as myself so it was a real light in the darkness. It is written in a style which makes it easy to read and once picked up I found it difficult to put down. Whether you are familiar with the subject matter really doesn't matter - it is a great piece of autobiographical writing in its own right as well as raising awareness of mental illness. It has rightfully earned its place amongst my favourites on my bookshelf.
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Suicide Junkie
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Many congratulations to Steve for his great writing, his honesty and courage in sharing his pain through the graphic descriptions of his many, many excruciating experiences. The reader shares some of this pain, as page after page reveals the dark hopelessness he has struggled with, and the repeated temptation to end it all.
I was caught up in the horror of it all for him...and so relieved when he found Ashley and they began their relationship! In their matching tattoos, they said it was `You and me against the world,' but I believe there are many in this world who would be - not only not against them, but also completely on their side - and hope that they may both be very aware of others' understanding and support.
I've met both Steve and Ashley. They're a wonderful couple and deserve every support and encouragement as they go forward together. Good Luck both of you!
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You aren't alone
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I began to read this book in january, but unfortunately it's taken me up until two nights ago to finish it, because of outside circumstances.
I think this book is amazing. It details Steve's problems, and experiences almost completely. And unlike most autobiogriphical books,it is brutally honest, most autobiographies simply scratch the surface and don't come near the level of anguish real people feel, which usually makes the author seem shallow and hollow.
It shows those people who have never felt these feelings how depression, body dismorphia and self injury can effect a person. And doesn't just state a textbook example.
A brilliant book if you've ever felt this way, it proves not everyone is alone, and that there is hope for even the most seemingly hopeless of us. However it can be seemingly triggering in some parts, which of course is no fault of the author, its simply a honest honest book.
I suggest you go and buy the book now :)
well done steve.
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Open your closed mind
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Steve has managed to express himself throughout this book with great maturity and insight. He has obviosly suffered at his own hand, but it is not for us to judge, just experience and digest. This is one of those books that deserve your attention. Be warned some of the descriptions can be harrowing, but sometimes the truth has a way of eating into your soul. With a journey that will take you to places you hoped you'd never visit, it is a story with many levels, and as Steve peels back the onion skins we are let in to a way of thinking that most would find hard to understand, let alone live with. I found it sharp and almost poetic at times. Never letting up, it will have you turning the page and missing your appointment.
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harrowing but brilliant
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This is the harrowing but true story of a person with several medical disorders who has struggled through years of suicide attempts and with little or no help from the medical proffession - but eventually he came across some tablets that although not a cure could help and he wants to pass on this knowledge to those who are also suffering. Please read this book, you will not want to put it down. Its not all gloom and doom and the author shows great courage and determination to live a normal life.
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