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Life in Rewind
"Time equals progression— progression equals death."...more
The equation is logical. But few of us think of each moment and each physical movement as comprising a path to our certain end. Surely such torture would drive us mad. But for Ed Zine, who suffers from a debilitating form of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), this statement is a mantra that holds him prisoner—figurative
Hardcover, 256 pages
Published
April 14th 2009
by William Morrow
(first published March 1st 2009)
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This book started rather slowly, and I was a little frustrated by the idea that OCD is only triggered by some psychologically damaging event (since as far as I can tell, it can also occur for no apparent reason, or as a result of an infection, etc.).
In the second half, as Ed Zine and Michael Jenike's relationship is explored, we learn more about OCD, the doctor-patient relationship, and therapies that actually work on OCD, the pace picks up a lot. Terry Weible Murphy does an amazing job of putt...more
In the second half, as Ed Zine and Michael Jenike's relationship is explored, we learn more about OCD, the doctor-patient relationship, and therapies that actually work on OCD, the pace picks up a lot. Terry Weible Murphy does an amazing job of putt...more
The author of this book does a very good job of describing the subject's OCD and what it was like to be trapped in the cycles of obsession and compulsion. Unfortunately, this is one of the things I didn't like about the book. I mean, it would be hell to live through these intricate thought processes, so why would I want to read through them in all their obsessive detail? It doesn't seem like it would be a helpful book for others with OCD, mainly because Dr. Jenike didn't really do anything to he...more
Apr 05, 2009
Darbyscloset
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Mystery, Life and Love Readers
Recommended to Darbyscloset by:
Harper Collins
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feel-good
“Time equals Progression, Progression equals death” is the silent mantra that runs 24/7 in Ed’s head and therefore runs his life. Ed is trapped in a self imposed prison; a prison in which only Ed can conjure the key for release. Author, Terry Weible Murphy’s book “Life in Rewind”, introduces us to Ed and his mental prison. The reader immediately has compassion for Ed and therefore this book reads as a fast paced mystery, because we want to know how Ed uncovers the key that sets him free. I recom...more
I guess it was curiousity that attracted me to this book. I've seen stuff about OCD on television, showing people with rituals about touching things, not stepping on cracks, and the like. I hoped to learn what goes on inside these people, that leads them to take up such behaviours. I can say I got more than I bargained for with this book. Not only does the book explain the case of one man who developed OCD: how it came on, (gradually at first), what he was thinking, and why he felt the need to o...more
Even more amazing and inspiring than "The Blind Side" -- a devastating true story with a happy ending. (You may notice that I give nearly all of my books five stars -- this is not because I have low standards, but because I have exceptional powers of book-selection)
PS The writing is actually quite crappy in this one -- it doesn't matter, though, because the story is so compelling that Murphy need only lay out the facts...I find the fact that she italicizes on nearly every page (sometimes more th...more
PS The writing is actually quite crappy in this one -- it doesn't matter, though, because the story is so compelling that Murphy need only lay out the facts...I find the fact that she italicizes on nearly every page (sometimes more th...more
Summary: Ed has severe Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. After emotionally repressing the death of his mother, he felt compelled to save the lives of his family and friends by rewinding every action that he does to stop the progression of time. This book follows his progression into madness, eventually ending up confined to his basement, and his struggle to end the cycle.
Review: This was a well-written engaging memoir of a difficult situation. You leave the story with hopefulness that you can overc...more
Review: This was a well-written engaging memoir of a difficult situation. You leave the story with hopefulness that you can overc...more
My son suffers from OCD but until I read this book I had no idea how challenging this condition is. From outside the rituals just look odd but most of the pain and some of the rituals are unseen. It's so hard to understand why otherwise clever people can't stop the illogical behaviour. I hope I can be more supportive towards my son and others now. The only reason I gave four stars instead of five was the very American overuse of superlatives, which I found irritating but accept is a personal res...more
May 23, 2013
Chris
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Recommended to Chris by:
Michelle
Shelves:
misc-non-fiction,
not-mine
A scary true story which shows how a combination of circumstances can throw someone from a sane individual into the depths of hell that is OCD. I am very fortunate not to have this condition and I also don't know anyone who has, but the author has now made me vividly aware of how incredibly debilitating it can be. I think most people who have no experience of mental illness do not understand the trauma, but this book helps us to understand it a little bit. There is some light at the end of the t...more
I'd give it 3.5 stars. At the start it was said to read that he watched his mother die, a very good story about a man triumph over OCD (obsessive compulsion disorder). My favourite part was my Mayada was introduced and how accepting she was to his illness and even married him (it touched my heart). A good book to be read by anyone especially if you got stuck with your own life.
Livro de leitura obrigatória para quem sofre, ou é familiar ou amigo de alguém que sofre, de POC – Perturbação Obsessiva Compulsiva. Conta a história real de Edward Zine, um jovem vítima de um caso extremamente grave de POC e descreve a sua luta para controlar esta perturbação, cujo tempo médio de diagnóstico, nos EUA, é de 17 anos.
Li a versão em inglês e não faço ideia se existe tradução para português.
Li a versão em inglês e não faço ideia se existe tradução para português.
This is the true story of young man who suffers from a most severe form of OCD. It really opened my eyes to human suffering.
The writing is okay. The story is compelling, but it is not really a diagnostic or a how-to guide book. If anything this young man's experience shows how individual and varied OCD and subsequent treatment can be.
The writing is okay. The story is compelling, but it is not really a diagnostic or a how-to guide book. If anything this young man's experience shows how individual and varied OCD and subsequent treatment can be.
Sep 17, 2012
M-Tear
rated it
5 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
books-i-own,
non-fiction
M-Tear started reading this book yesterday at 10:30 last night. She didn't stop until 2 this morning. Yeah, M-Tear had school today. Very smart, she knows.
Anyway, this is one of the most touching books ever, M-Tear laughed and cried. It is a very good book that M-Tear will remember forever, and she would reccomend it to anybody.
Anyway, this is one of the most touching books ever, M-Tear laughed and cried. It is a very good book that M-Tear will remember forever, and she would reccomend it to anybody.
I was intrigued and horrified by this book. I cannot imagine having to live this way. I came away thinking that people who jokingly say they have OCD issues have absolutely no idea what they're talking about.
A griping, and at times exhausting read into the mind of someone suffering from severe OCD. The true beauty in this story is seeing how human connection & love can transform someone's existence.
Very honest book. I truly admire Dr. Jenike who admits that his medical treatment failed. However, his friendship with this remarkable OCD patient. Worth reading.
This was an unbelievably captivating book. It is an incredibly honest look at the world of OCD. I finished it in 2 days- I couldn't put it down.
Nov 15, 2010
Kathleen
marked it as to-read
Sometimes you buy a book and then wonder how did this get on my bookshelf unread!! Will read soon after the pile on the table.
Well-written, very compelling true story. Sometimes painful, but riveting.
a great book,especially if you suffer any form of ocd.
Interesting.
It was interesting, but I didn't care for how the story was told... too much like just a recounting of facts. Ed's process of dealing with his OCD seemed more of a "cold turkey" approach. The inclusion of the doctor in Ed's story felt more like the author's hero worship of him, than his ability to help someone with OCD.
Fascinating look into the life of someone with severe OCD.
Sep 08, 2010
Jeanine
is currently reading it
This is truly one of the most facinating and touching stories I have ever read. I can't say enough how much I loved this book.
Jun 14, 2013
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