Library List

The current list (Excel file) of books held by the Supporting Families In Mental Illness Auckland library as at Jan. 2010. These books are available to our members. If you wish to become a member then please download a membership form and send to us at

P.O. Box 78 122, Grey Lynn, Auckland, 1245

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SELECTED BOOKS

What Happens Next

Author: Wendy Lyons & Tricia Irving Hendry

A handbook for parents, caregivers and family/whanau of young people who have a mental illness. "I have written this because, at the time of my daughter's illness, there was no handbook like this available for parents, caregivers or other family/whanau members... I am hoping this book will provide you with helpful information, encouragement and ideas about ways to cope and find real support. As I learned, unless you have some help and support yourself, it is almost impossible for you to provide effective support for your unwell young person." - Wendy Lyons. Introduction

Children Of Parents With Mental Illness

Author: Vicki Cowling

"The final chapter of the book argues strongly for maintaining the dimensions of development and a family context in the provision of mental health care, especially to children and young people, rather than abandoning these approaches in favour of those which are behaviourally focused and 'stripped of meaning and motives'." - Vicki Cowling. Introduction

Supporting The Journey of Recovery in Mental Health

Author: Caril Cowan

A Guide for Support Workers, Family/whanau & Friends.

This book fills a gap, presenting applied knowledge and skills for supporting the recovery journey of people with mental illness within the Aotearoa/NewZealand context. Topics covered include the mental health services in Aotearoa/New Zealand; the role of the mental health support worker; interpersonal/communication skills; approaches to self-management of a mental illness and for planning life's journey embracing active participation in relation-ship with family/whanau & friends, professionals and other support. Information about the author and book review.

Fragmented Intimacy - Addiction In A Social World

Author: P.J. Adams

Here is the first major work that examines the benefits of applying social understanding to addiction. The author demonstrates how a social perspective shifts the paradigm from viewing a person in terms of "particles" to viewing a person in terms of relationships. This reorientation creates promising new opportunities for intervention. The book discusses recent advances in theories on community capacity building, resilience, and social ecology alongside their practical applications. Written in an engaging style, the book features numerous vignettes, key points, and ilustrations that help you apply the material in your own practice. Introduction

A Black Dog: His Name Is Depression

Author: Matthew Johnstone

One in four women and one in six men suffer from depression at least once in their lifetime. Ever since Winston Churchill coined the term "Black Dog" to describe the bouts of depression he experienced much of his life, it has become the nickname for the condition that affects millions. Matthew Johnstone's thoughtful Living With Depression: His Name Is Depression provides moving and uplifting insight into what it is like to suffer from depression. Introduction from the publisher.

No One Gives You Chocolates

Author: Ellen Munro

Inspirational stories from people who have suffered depression and loss, revealing how the illness has affected their lives and of those around them and how they learnt to face their problems and overcome their debilitating symptoms. These stories show how the symptoms of depression can differ in severity. Chapters also reinforce suggestions on how to cope with depression including a chapter on how family/whanau and friends can help. Introduction

BOOK REVIEWS

Supporting The Journey of Recovery in Mental Health

Author: Caril Cowan

Reviewer: Carole Dallimore

A Guide for Support Workers, Family/whanau & Friends.

This book gives a comprehensive coverage of our mental health services in Aotearoa/New Zealand,beginning with changes that have taken place in mental health policy since the 1990's. These changes acknowledged the need for on-going support for the mentally ill and so the role of the mental health support worker evolved. Review