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The Inherited Mind

A Story of Family, Hope, and the Genetics of Mental Illness

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The Inherited Mind

By: James Longman
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A compelling memoir by ABC News correspondent James Longman in which he discusses mental illness and trauma in families, what the latest genetic science is telling us, and how to not only persevere but thrive.

James Longman was a preteen in boarding school when his dad, who was diagnosed with depression and schizophrenia, died by suicide. As he got older, James’s own bouts of depression spurred him to examine how his father’s mental health might have affected his own. He engaged with experts to uncover the science behind what is inherited, how much environmental factors can impact genetic traits, and how one can overcome a familial history of mental illness and trauma.

In The Inherited Mind, James Longman invites listeners to reflect on their own stories as he shares his quest to better understand himself and his family. Through speaking to mental health experts, to those who have had similar familial experiences, and about his own life stories, James shows us, with heart and humor, how much our bodies can empower and inform us about our own personal mental health histories.

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As a person who grew up with siblings and father with severe mentor health problems,plus one suicide, I found it very reassuring..,for my own mentle health.

Easy to relate to

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Loved this audio book, to hear James story and investigations was very relatable, moving, interesting and yet opinion changing. He’s certainly changed my outlook to mental health - thank you for sharing !

Fantastic and moving

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Hard to describe but impossible to forget. Brings humanity to the science, and science to humanity. I will definitely read this one again. 10/10: would highly recommend.

What A Journey!

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Well researched and presented, truly gripping, informative and enlightening. I recommend this book to anyone interested in mental illness, recovery and genetics. I love James' style of writing too!

Utterly fascinating

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