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Andrea Berryman Childreth

    Andrea Berryman Childreth speaks with authority and empathy on the complexities of mental illness, drawing from profound personal experience. Her writing explores the intersection of familial caregiving and mental health challenges, offering practical guidance and hopeful narratives. She champions open dialogue and greater accessibility to mental health services, aiming to dismantle stigma through shared stories and advocacy. Her work encourages resilience and understanding for those navigating the often-difficult landscape of mental health.

    On the Edge: Help & hope for parenting children with mental illness
    • When a child faces a physical health crisis, friends and family rally around to provide support. But when a child is diagnosed with mental illness, their families often find themselves struggling alone. Having raised a mentally ill daughter, award-winning author Andrea Berryman Childreth has first-hand experience with the shame and stigma these families face, hiding behind a mask of normalcy while feeling completely helpless and out of control at home. ON THE EDGE provides a realistic and practical guide to parenting a child with mental illness. Real life stories combine with an overview of common diagnoses, advice on navigating your health insurance or school system, and help with setting expectations at home to give practical steps to bring order to the chaos and hope to the future. 2020 winner of the Best Indie Book Award, Nautilus Silver Book Award, Living Now Award, and Finalist for the Best Book Awards.

      On the Edge: Help & hope for parenting children with mental illness