Description
Between two worlds
Book summary
A first-person testimony on the reality of bipolar disorder, written by May González Márquez, who has lived with this condition for over a decade. With a background in social psychology, the author offers an honest and reflective look at the phases of her disorder and the strategies she uses to achieve a constantly improving quality of life. The book is structured in two clear parts: the first narrates her experiences since her first crisis, while the second delves into the process of acceptance and living with the condition. A brave work that addresses social stigma and proposes a path toward personal understanding.
What is it about?
The book immerses itself in the real experience of living with bipolar disorder, exploring the two sides of the illness: the depressive phase, which the author describes as realistic, and the euphoric phase, which she defines as less real. Through a narrative architecture based on questions she poses to herself and answers in a clear and concise manner, May González dissects her process of self-discovery. The work is divided into two parts: the first recounts the moment of the first crisis and subsequent experiences; the second focuses on how she manages to live with the disorder, highlighting the acceptance of reality as her main antidote for improving her well-being.
Main themes
- Bipolar disorder: description of the depressive and euphoric phases from personal experience.
- Acceptance of reality as a therapeutic tool for living with the disease.
- Social stigma in mental health and strategies to overcome it.
- Self-knowledge and emotional management through reflection and writing.
- Resilience and quality of life in the context of a chronic disorder.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at people diagnosed with bipolar disorder or those living with it, as well as family members, friends, and mental health professionals seeking to understand the subjective experience of the disease. It will also be of interest to readers interested in testimonies of personal growth and the fight against the stigma associated with mental disorders.
What this book offers
- An authentic, first-person testimony that helps understand the reality of bipolar disorder from the inside.
- Practical strategies for acceptance and improving quality of life, based on the author's experience.
- A clear and structured reflection on the phases of the disorder, facilitating the identification and management of symptoms.
- A tool to reduce social stigma by showing a human and determined vision of the illness.
- A hopeful approach that demonstrates that it is possible to live with the disorder and lead a full life.
Technical specifications
- Author: GONZALEZ, MAY
- Publisher: MIRET EDITORIAL
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: PSYCHOLOGY, PSYCHIATRY
- Collection: VOZ PROPIA
- Binding: Other
- Number of pages: 125
- Weight: 291 g
Editorial review
A necessary work that combines the rigor of a university education in social psychology with the honesty of a lived testimony. The author manages to convey her experience in a clear and accessible way, offering a story that can serve both as a guide for those suffering from the disorder and as an awareness tool for the general public. Her focus on the acceptance of reality as a path to well-being provides a constructive message free of sensationalism. Recommended for those seeking to understand bipolar disorder beyond clinical manuals.