Back to life, back to normality

Written specifically with people affected by mental illness and their carers in mind, this book helps people understand and apply the basic concepts of cognitive therapy for psychosis.

It illustrates what it’s like to have common psychosis and how people’s lives can be restored using therapy. It also increases understanding of how the psychosis started, the factors that worsen symptoms or increase the likelihood of relapse and helps those affected learn how to control symptoms and delay or prevent relapse.

The book includes features and exercises to help anyone affected by severe mental illness explore their own beliefs and feelings to reflect on the way they cope. It helps carers know what to say and what to do and provides a resource for mental health professionals working with patients, to introduce the approach, support ongoing therapy and make the most efficient use of appointment time.