Book description
Powerful and practical tools to help you support your loved one with serious mental illness, while also making room for your own need.If you have a loved one-a spouse, adult child, or other family member-who is experiencing a mental health crisis such as schizophrenia, delusion, hearing voices, mania, depression, or catatonia, you need help right now. Your loved one might be resistant to treatment. You may feel helpless watching them struggle. And you may question whether you can handle the myriad everyday practical and emotional challenges ahead. It's important to know that you are not alone.Authors Katherine Ponte and Izzy Goncalves have been there. They are there. During Katherine's ongoing eighteen-year recovery from severe bipolar disorder and depression, her husband Izzy has been her primary caregiver. Together through trial, trauma, and triumph, they have amassed an unmatched store of lived experiences, shared perspectives, and lessons learned. They now bravely share, for the first time, everything they have come to understand about the challenges they've faced and surmounted together.A vital resource for families in crisis, this book will help you: ·Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental illness ·Maintain and improve communication between you and your loved one ·Better understand your loved one's feelings and emotions ·Handle special situations, including de-escalating crises ·Discover different options for treatment ·Make room for self-careThe book never forgets one crucial truth: you have needs, too. That's why the authors provide resources to ensure that you stay healthy, well-rested, and energized, so you can help your loved one on the path to recovery.
Po1son
ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant – it's that good! CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment.
Bazooka Har-de-har
This app is a gift for anyone with a busy lifestyle – I can enjoy books while doing chores! ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials.
Canine Hannibal
This app makes traffic jams a breeze – time flies by while I'm engrossed in a story. I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience.
Moon Radar
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls.
Mint Ness
This app's user-friendly interface has made audiobook listening a breeze, even for a tech novice like me. Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Knock Out Star
💪 Crushing workouts while devouring books – this app makes fitness fun and educational! 🏋️♀️🎉 Organization made simple – this app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures that every story is just a tap away. Convenience at its finest. 📖📱 I'm impressed by the app's compatibility with CarPlay. It keeps me entertained on long drives. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
CuriousCoder
I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations – they're spot on. ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata.
CZR
Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. This app's customizable features, like playback speed and bookmarks, have transformed my experience. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my mood—what a creative addition!
Vermilion
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
Pixie Soldier
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. 🎉 Rekindling my love for reading – this app makes each day a new adventure! 📖🚀 🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters has never been smoother – the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. 🏃♂️🎧
German Coach
This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze. I can't believe how convenient this app has made my reading experience. 🎶📚 My new soundtrack? Audiobooks, of course! This app makes every day musical. 🎧🎶 Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a winner.
Murmur
I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If you’re looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
LoreLoomer
Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature! The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Silver Cup
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library.
Tomcat
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 Navigating through chapters is effortless with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and intuitive experience. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Free Ham
I can't believe I waited so long to start listening to audiobooks – this app has converted me! 💼 Making work hours fly by with captivating stories – a true work-life balance! 💻📖 The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight.
Guncap Slingbad
ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. No more interruptions – the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly.
Lady Q
ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly – it's a game-changer. 🌟 Making every moment count – this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! 📚💫 🏃♂️📚 Combining exercise and exploration – this app keeps me motivated on my daily jogs! 🏃♂️📖 The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Zero Corn
ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. I'm impressed by the app's performance – it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts.
Blackfire
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience