Schizophrenia: A Blueprint for Recovery

ISBN: 1470147734

Author: Greek, Milt

Condition: New

Schizophrenia: A Blueprint for Recovery provides innovative techniques to work with a person in psychosis, move him or her into recovery, and aid in rejoining mainstream society. Topics include the building of schizophrenic psychosis, hallucinations and false perceptions, working with someone in psychosis, stabilizing on medication, and counseling for self-understanding. The 2012 Revised Edition includes enhancements in understanding psychosis, a discussion of medication and alternatives, and a new appendix to aid in working with a person experiencing psychosis. After my wife and I read Schizophrenia: A Blueprint for Recovery, it was like a light came on for us. - Father of young person formerly in psychosis Milt Greeks thoughtful, respectful model for engaging psychotic individuals in treatment is welcome in a field that, in the past, had little to offer therapists who want to help individuals with schizophrenia. - Sandy Watt, M.Ed. Professional Clinical Counselor Milt is one of the most articulate and astute authorities on schizophrenia I have ever had the privilege to know or hear. - Tom Walker, NAMI Ohio Board of Trustees member Milts experience and presentations are critical for those who work with persons with thought disorders. - Diane Pfaff, MSW, Athens-Hocking-Vinton 317 Mental Health Board "Milt Greek's wisdom, acquired from years of living with schizophrenia, resonated with me." - Christina Bruni, author and expert blogger on schizophrenia "Milt Greeks crisis intervention presentation is one of the best Ive seen. His talk 'Basics of Psychotic Thinking and Feeling' mesmerized the audience." - Fred Frese, Ph. D.