Extended Summary - An Unquiet Mind: Based On The Book By Kay Redfield Jamison

EXTENDED SUMMARY

AN UNQUIET MIND

BASED ON THE BOOK BY KAY REDFIELD JAMISON

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CONTENT

Early Life and Foundations

Adolescence and the First Shadows

University Years: Riding the Waves

A Budding Career and a Descent into Madness

Diagnosis and the Start of a Lifeline

The Thorny Path of Treatment

Love, Loss, and the Will to Live

Finding Balance and Purpose

Navigating Professional and Personal Life with Illness

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

An Unquiet Mind by Kay Redfield Jamison offers a powerful and intimate look into the world of manic-depressive illness through the author's own experiences. The memoir vividly portrays the dramatic shifts in mood, from exhilarating highs filled with boundless energy and creativity to devastating lows marked by despair and suicidal thoughts. It chronicles her journey as she navigates her personal struggles while also pursuing a career in psychiatry. The book explores the challenges of living with and understanding this complex condition, including the resistance to medication and the impact on relationships and professional life. It delves into the intense realities of the illness, offering a unique perspective from both a patient and a medical professional.

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Release date

Audiobook: 2 April 2025