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.
Solo Kill
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
Trip
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Sherwood Gladiator
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go. I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and moments of relaxation. It's a true companion.
Sherm
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a treasure trove of knowledge and entertainment. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
Elder Pogue
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Noisy Girl
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EchoExplorer
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McDreamy
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Vortex
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Pocket Mazda
ListenBook's audio filters have transformed the way I experience audio content – it's a real game-changer. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy. Listening to audiobooks on my iPad has never been easier. Highly recommend ListenBook!
1st Degree
ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
Tan Stallion
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
Vortex
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. 💡 Seamlessly weaving audiobooks into my daily routine – this app's functionality has redefined how I enjoy books. 📱📖
FlyGuardX
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
Kimono Goddess
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
Super Flick
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Devine Melon
This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is commendable. Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Star Scratch
I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. The app's performance is exceptional, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted audiobook experience. It's clear that it's designed with audiobook enthusiasts in mind. ListenBook has changed the way I listen to audiobooks. The app is so easy to use.
Slint FUBAR
I've found solace in listening to audiobooks before bed – it's my form of meditation. Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing.
Austin Shamrock
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate – it's like they know my taste perfectly! ListenBook's dedication to providing an exceptional listening experience shines through in every aspect of the app. ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
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