"Exuberance" by Kay Redfield Jamison is a captivating exploration of the multifaceted emotion that is often misunderstood. By drawing from various disciplines such as psychology, history, and neuroscience, Jamison delves into the nature, origins, and consequences of exuberance. Through captivating stories, she showcases the profound impact that this emotion has...
"An Unquiet Mind" by Kay Redfield Jamison is a deeply personal and introspective memoir that intimately explores the author's own journey with bipolar disorder. With a unique blend of psychology expertise and personal experiences, Jamison provides a raw and honest account of the triumphs and challenges of living with this...
In "Touched with Fire: Manic-Depressive Illness and the Artistic Temperament," author Kay Redfield Jamison delves deep into the relationship between creativity and mental illness. Drawing on her expertise as a leading expert in the field, Jamison explores the lives and works of famous artists, poets, and writers who have struggled...
"Night Falls Fast: Understanding Suicide" by Kay Redfield Jamison is a poignant and insightful exploration of the complex and devastating phenomenon of suicide. Jamison, a clinical psychologist specializing in mood disorders, draws on her extensive knowledge to delve deep into the multifaceted causes, consequences, and prevention of suicide. What sets...