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The inherited mind : a story of family, hope, and the genetics of mental illness / James Longman.
James Longman was a preteen in boarding school when his dad, who was diagnosed with depression and schizophrenia, died by suicide. As he got older, James' own bouts of depression spurred him to examine how his father's mental health might have affected his own. He engaged with experts to uncover the science behind what is inherited, how much environmental factors can impact genetic traits, and how one can overcome a familial history of mental illness and trauma. In 'The Inherited Mind', James Longman invites readers to reflect on their own stories as he shares his quest to better understand himself and his family. Through speaking to mental health experts, to those who have had similar familial experiences, and about his own life stories. James shows us, with heart and humor, how much our bodies can empower and inform us about our own personal mental health histories.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781368099479 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: 299 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York : Hyperion Avenue, 2025.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references. |
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| Subject: | Longman, James > Family. Longman, James > Mental health. Depression, Mental. Mental illness > Genetic aspects. |
| Genre: | Autobiographies. Biographies. Personal narratives. |
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- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
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- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud Branch | 616.890092 Longm | 31681010402477 | NONFIC | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
Explores the intersection of mental health, genetics and environment as the author reflects on his fatherâs suicide and his own experiences with depression, consulting experts and others with similar familial backgrounds to understand inherited mental health challenges and empower personal resilience through self-awareness and scientific insight. - Random House, Inc.
A compelling memoir by ABC News correspondent James Longman in which he discusses mental illness and trauma in families, what the latest genetic science is telling us, and how to not only persevere but thrive.
James Longman was a preteen in boarding school when his dad, who was diagnosed with depression and schizophrenia, died by suicide. As he got older, Jamesâs own bouts of depression spurred him to examine how his fatherâs mental health might have affected his own. He engaged with experts to uncover the science behind what is inherited, how much environmental factors can impact genetic traits, and how one can overcome a familial history of mental illness and trauma.
In The Inherited Mind, James Longman invites readers to reflect on their own stories as he shares his quest to better understand himself and his family. Through speaking to mental health experts, to those who have had similar familial experiences, and about his own life stories, James shows us, with heart and humor, how much our bodies can empower and inform us about our own personal mental health histories.
