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"This is a fascinating and insightful autobiographical account of the day-to-day struggles that people with bipolar disorder undergo. The author candidly narrates and describes the challenges forced on her by her psychiatric illness that further get complicated by aspects of personal identity development, limited family support and cultural upheavals. Elegantly written, this book easily brings out the trials and tribulations those patients with bipolar disorder face throughout their lives--within themselves, their families and the society. It clearly highlights how spirituality and faith, when combined with appropriate medications and therapy can help conquer the scourge of this disabling illness. This book is a courageous testament to a life lived with fortitude and determination despite the challenges and stigma associated with chronic psychiatric illness. Outstanding!" --Vishal Madaan, MD, Omaha, NE

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In Tunis, the capital of Tunisia where I was born starts my journey. My first major depression started with the birth of my first new born baby. Hippomania and mania followed a series of depressions. I was diagnosed when I was fifty years old. I started writing my book with my first hippomania and ended it when I was Seventy years of age.

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