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OverviewThis book is about an award-winning entrepreneur who suffered from bouts of depression. One day, he attempted to suicide by walking into a river-fully dressed in a business suit. At the last minute, he decided to save himself and swam back to shore. Rise Above details John Melnick's difficult childhood with a controlling mother, his business rise, his bouts with depression, his attempted suicide, his recovery in hospital, and his ongoing strategies to stay mentally healthy. Full Product DetailsAuthor: John MelnickPublisher: Wood Dragon Books Imprint: Wood Dragon Books Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 0.70cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.181kg ISBN: 9781990863110ISBN 10: 1990863116 Pages: 128 Publication Date: 10 March 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsRise Above by John Melnick is courageous, inspiring, and heartwarming. John boldly takes readers through the experience of his downward trajectory, attempting suicide, and then finding the supports, tools and insights for recovering. This book is highly recommended for people experiencing depression and for those who love them. Kathleen Thompson, PhD, MSW, RSW. Co-Chair, National Mental Health Inclusion Network (NMHIN) Reading this book has reinforced to me the value and importance of reaching out for help, communicating about mental health, learning mental health coping/self-care strategies, and talking about depression. John, you have taken the negative and flipped it to a positive in sharing a very personal journey and given everyone hope. Truly remarkable! Sherry Benson-Podolchuk, Author of Women Not Wanted It takes courage to step in to the spotlight - in any arena. None more so than in the field of mental health. Dr. Monica Knight Author InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |