Introductions (optional!) :)

[Alpein]

Stefanie
Psychology information does not include information targeting food tolerance. Therefore, psychology has nothing to do with mental health. Psychology information exists to regulate the behavior of people under the age of 17.

[Alpein]

Nova
It's sad that you, as a 15-year-old, have these kinds of problems. Because problems usually manifest themselves at the age of 17. There is a proper reason for this, having to do with the pure mind in use.

[Alpein]

Jenyfer L Johnson
Therapy is not a cure, it is to allow the disease to navigate in good positions. Just like walking in the forest, taking up a hobby, having fun.

[Audreyhazel]

Helloo

[Alpein]

Hello

[Cassidy]

Hi I’m Cassidy I don’t actually have a mental health disorder ( just a bunch if other stuff ) but everyone who I’m friends with have a mental or cognitive disability and a lot of my family does as well and i pretty much love any book that talks has anything to do with mental health and stuff i also just started my bachelors in architecture and psych and am a huge nerd so yah

[Alpein]

Reply to Cassidy: I don't think you should read extensive information on an inconsistent basis. Let's heal everyone you know with a fixed prescription of simple and useful medicines.

[Charlie_Hammark]

Hey I'm Lady Mae. I have OCD, mild anxiety and depression. I read any genre, but my favorites are fantasy, historical fiction, and mental health.

[Gwyn]

Hello! I'm Bug. Not sure if this group is active anymore but I think it's a great idea for support. I haven't been diagnosed with anything and I'm mostly very scared to even talk about it within anyone, but I've been having some serious symptoms of certain things and hope to be diagnosed soon. I like reading Self-help/mental health books and YA romance and contemporary!

[~☆~Autumn]

Martha wrote: "Hi all,

I'm Martha, I have generalised anxiety disorder and a bit of residual PTSD following a trauma a few years ago (think I've managed to kick most of it, but I think it blurs in with the GAD)...."

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What is GAD? I also suffer from PTSD at times.

[~☆~Autumn]

Hi,

I am Autumn and I tend to suffer from SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) in the fall but a SAD light helped my sister and gave her cataracts so be careful of those. Also, she took Paxil and gained 30 lbs (thanks doc!). I have had depression most all my life and tried about 7 antidepressants which were worthless for me. I also had severe anxiety and was diagnosed with panic disorder which was helped by GABA which is OTC. Liquid serotonin also helped me.

I read Depression: Cured at Last! by Sherry A. Rogers. It helped a little but no cure for me. I react violently to some perfumes, Frebreeze, Glade, tires as I am allergic to latex and rubber, can't go in the mall, etc etc as I also have Environmental Illness which can cause panic. Sherry A. Rogers father died from a perfume exposure as it gave him a heart arrthymia. My doctor told me RUN don't walk away from a toxic exposure. Our environment today is full of endless toxic exposures. Sorry to write a book!

[Alpein]

Hello Autumn. Let's cure all your psychiatric disorders with a few simple and useful non-psychiatric drugs. These drugs will also be good for your allergies. There is no need to exaggerate toxicity. Many diseases that are thought to be caused by toxicity have other causes.

[Charlie_Hammark]

Hey I'm Lady Mae. I haven't been diagnosed (since I haven't been to the doctor for a while) but I've taken online screening from the Mental Health Institute. I think I have anxiety, OCD, and depression and they are getting steadily worse by the day.

[Ava]

Hello I'm Ava. I had quite a roundabout way of discovering I had general anxiety disorder (GAD); I went through burnout first. My family has a history of mental illness (anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia), and I believe that just knowing that at an early age contributed to my anxiety disorder. I'm much better now, and I hope anyone reading this is on a journey to wellness, too.

[Maddy ✨]

Hi everyone! I'm Maddy, and I'm so excited to be part of this mental health book club. I’ve faced my share of challenges, including OCD, ADHD, depression, social anxiety, and PTSD. Through it all, books have been my sanctuary—offering understanding, comfort, and sometimes even a new perspective. As a medical student, I find stories that delve into the human mind and heart both inspiring and grounding. I’m here to share, learn, and connect with like-minded readers. I’m looking forward to connecting with all of you as we explore stories that resonate, heal, and remind us we’re not alone. 💙✨

[Bridgett]

Hi everyone!

My name is Bridgett, I'm new to this group and wanted to introduce myself. I'm a therapist in Texas working with teens in the juvenile justice system which inspired me to begin creating mental health workbooks and resources for my clients. I recently published some of these workbooks on Amazon to share with others who may benefit from them.

In addition to that, I love to travel to new places, spend time with my husband and son, and of course READ. :)

I look forward to meeting you all and reading your book recommendations to continue building my library.

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80 Grounding Techniques for Teens & Young Adults
Includes anxiety management techniques, breathing techniques, meditation prompts, and more!

Mental Health Coloring Book: 100 Pages of Mental Health Designs
Includes 100 unique coloring sheets with mental health quotes and inspirational messages.

Teen Grief Workbook: 70 Worksheets, Educational Handouts, and Activity Prompts to Process Grief and Promote Healing
Designed to guide teens and young adults through the grief process by providing educational information on the stages of grief, worksheets, and tracking sheets.

Therapeutic Art Workbook: 100 Therapeutic art worksheets, prompts, and activities to promote personal development, self-exploration, and growth
Worksheets and activities to guide readers through personal growth and development through creative and artistic prompts.

[Felipe]

Hi guys!
Happy to be here!
I’m Felipe and I just joined this group.
During the last year I feel better than before, my depression and anxiety have decreased to the lowest levels in years, I love myself now and take care about my energy, mind and body.
Love yourself, take responsibility on your own life and go for this you are dreaming. TAKE ACTION!
Nice to meet you :)

[Jonny]

HELLOOOOOO!!!

What is happening here except not much for years???
So sad!

I'm Jonny and glad to be here.
I've experienced mental illness until I found out I was autistic - then it mostly all went away!!
I love reading all genred and writing non-fiction. I'm an author and a motorbiker living in England.
I've a published book on Autism (Routledge) and blog on Substack and Medium!
Anyone reading this? HI!

[Michael]

Hello... As a new member, may I properly introduce myself. My name is Michael. Well, my path to arrive to this destination has been more of an obstacle course than a traditional foot race. Even though I may look and act like everyone else, I'm a different dude. It's taken me many introverted nights to accept... To be, who I be... And a lifetime of contemplation, as to why... Why do I have to be the way that I am? It's not that I'm complaining (well, maybe I'm complaining a little), I just want to understand... Hopefully, we may benefit one another, with our shared experiences and reflections?

[Katherine]

¡Buenas! Me presento mi nombre es Katherine.

Tengo trastorno bipolar tipo 1.
Les cuento que mi experiencia más reciente fue alejar de nuestras vidas, hace un mes, a un familiar muy cercano pero muy tóxico que nos hizo muchisimo daño.

He resurgido de las cenisas y creo que estoy
En la mejor versión de mi persona =D
Estoy saliendo de una internación ya que me afectó mucho esta decisión en su momento y otras cositas de la vida jej.
Ahora miro para adelante y
Disfruto mucho más de la vida!
Siempre quería hacerlo pero estaba opacada, no más.

Mi enfermedad sigue presente, pero la vivo de otra forma.
Entre los dos polos hacía los que me puede influenciar les cuento que mi enfermedad estaba más hacía el lado "maníaco" y que cuando eso pasa apenas duermo si es que lo hago jaj y quiero estar todo el tiempo haciendo cositas.
De por sí soy de disfrutar la vida y hacer muchas cosas, pero cuando se vuelve incontrolable te ayudan a compensar con tips de la terapia y medicación.

Estoy con ganitas de leer con otras personas lo cual me llevo hasta aquí.
Compartir nuestras opiniones de lo que vamos leyendo, pasar un buen rato, reirnos un rato. Disfrutar de la lectura y de lo que nos puede hacer reflexionar mientras nos conocemos.

Si hay algún/a interesado/a me puede escribir, soy nuevo en GoodReads aún no se bien como funciona jaja

Me gusta leer sobre bienestar, comunicación asertiva, inteligencia emocional, psicología, desarrollo personal, autoestima, todo lo que tiene que ver con la mente y el manejo de las emociones, por que no alguna novela romántica o poemas románticos.
Todo alegre, nada triste por estos días.

Espero que anden muy bien, les deseo mucha suerte, salúd y amor en sus vidas, y ¡Que tengan linda noche!
Les envío saludos amables =)

[Denver]

Hello everyone! 👋

I’m new to the group and excited to connect with like-minded people. My name is Denver, and I’m from Waco, Texas. I just published my first book, “Struggling in Silence: A Millennial’s Journey,” which explores mental health and self-care from a millennial perspective. I really open up. It’s a short read, and I hope it resonates with others who may be going through similar challenges.

I’d love to hear about your experiences with books on mental health and personal growth. Looking forward to getting to know everyone and sharing ideas!

Take care! 😊

[Iris]

Hey everyone,
I’ve been following this group for a while, and I just wanted to say how much I appreciate the thoughtful discussions happening here. Conversations around mental health can be tough to navigate, especially in spaces that don’t always feel safe or validating, but it’s clear that this group is full of people who truly get it. It’s a rare thing to find a space where books aren’t just discussed as abstract ideas, but as tools for real understanding, healing, and connection.
Like many of you, I’ve been on my own journey of unpacking, unlearning, and making sense of things. Some books have been lifelines, others have challenged me in ways I didn’t expect, but all of them have been part of the process. I’d love to hear what books have resonated with you all lately—what’s helped you feel seen, or even just shifted your perspective in a meaningful way?
Looking forward to being part of the conversation.

[Denver]

Hello Iris 👋 How are you? Nice to meet you. I am new here as well. I haven’t met anyone here yet, so I’m glad to see there are still active members.

I just wrote a book about my struggles as a millennial. It deals with rejection, frustration, and resilience. I hope you like it!

As far as other book, I’m still looking into it myself. Do you have any recommendations?

Good to meet you! Have a great day.

[Iris]

Hi David! 👋

It’s nice to meet you too! Thanks for reaching out. 😊

What kind of books do you usually enjoy reading? I’d love to hear your thoughts!

By the way, I recently released a trilogy called Toxic Loop Detox: A Three-Book Roadmap to Freedom from Gaslighting, Unhealthy Attachments, and Emotional Manipulation. It’s a series of short reads about overcoming toxic relationships, including books on gaslighting, trauma bonding, and emotional manipulation. If that’s something you think might resonate, I’d be happy to share more!

Hope you’re having a great day!

[Neal]

Hi, I'm Neal; I'm British and based in Colombia. My physical bookshelf on mental health is fairly large, I suppose because of family issues. I post a book review most weeks, could be fiction, or non-fiction on various topics. I've also published a thriller novel (The Mutiny of the American Foreign Legion).

[Ayu]

Hi peepz
Im Ayu Rem. I live in a tiny village in Germany—about 600 people, lots of trees, and time that moves slower. Its a good place to think deeply and build strange, beautiful things.

My work lives somewhere between psychology, philosophy, systems theory, and storytelling. I care a lot about how people learn, how they communicate, and how we build shared language across different ways of knowing. I believe in bridging gaps:
between disciplines, between people, between parts of ourselves we are told don’t belong together.

Books are one way I do that. Writing, reading, discussing. Im not here just for polished takes-Im here for the half-formed thoughts, the questions that wont sit still, and the kind of conversation that leaves you different after.

Glad to be here
Ayu

[Rebekka]

Hi all,

I come from a military background and was once preparing for a deployment where I would’ve held command responsibility—including, potentially, over life-and-death decisions. That experience forced me to confront questions that ultimately unraveled my career—and my identity.

What followed was a collapse, and then a "search". I turned to philosophy and psychology, not as a career move, but to understand what had happened. Since then, I’ve been writing about deep inner processes—what we find when old roles fall away.

[Katherine]

Hi, I'm Katherine

I have ADHD and anxiety and have struggled with depression in the past. Still figuring out whether or not autism is part of my little mixture. I have worked in the medical system as a CNA in elder care and am beginning a career as an occupational therapy assistant. Looking for books to feed my interest in mental health, to advise my life, and to inform my work. Might also like to make connections with people on here, though I don't know if I'll be on much. I was a bookworm as a kid and still love books but am struggling to resist the pull of screens.

[Rebekka]

Hi, nice to meet you, Katherine. Just followed. 🤝 Have a good Sunday ☀️

[Gabriel]

Hi everyone! my name is Gabriel, 25 he/him and from South Australia. I love reading science fiction, fantasy or horror stories, so any recommendations are greatly appreciated! I'm also big into Star Wars and currently getting invested in the Expanded Universe at the moment as my hyperfixation.

[Anna]

Hi everyone,
I’m Anna Kahill, a late diagnosed autistic woman, pharmacist, mother and writer and new member here. I just wanted to introduce myself and my memoir Not the Perfect Victim. It’s a deeply personal story about surviving sexual violence, navigating the UK justice system, and discovering I’m autistic later in life. The book explores themes like trauma, masking, PTSD, and the search for justice and for myself as a neurodivergent woman.

I’m really glad to have found this community and just wanted to share in case it’s something that might resonate with others here.

Thanks,
Anna

[Jef]

Hi everyone!
We’re Jef and Mindy. We love books that mixes humor, absurdity, and big “what if” ideas—think Hitchhiker’s Guide meets Spaceballs. Excited to join the conversations and discover new favorites here.

[Rebekka]

Hi Jef and Mindy. Welcome. Tough content. Love it.

[Kimberly]

Hello everyone!

My name is Kimberly K. Taylor, and I’m excited to be here in this community of readers and writers. I’m a high school English teacher and special needs intervention specialist from Ohio, but outside the classroom, I’ve always been passionate about storytelling.

I recently published my debut historical fiction novel, Delusional Madness — a story set in a 19th-century asylum that explores injustice, resilience, and the hidden voices of those society tried to silence. It’s a deeply emotional project for me, inspired by both historical research and my passion for mental health awareness.

Thank you for welcoming me into the group!

[Sharon]

Hi everyone, my name is Sharon, but close friends and family call me Onyi. I’m a medical doctor who recently discovered a love for writing. My first book is on mental health, Borderline Personality Disorder Relationship Workbook, inspired by personal experiences in my career that pushed me toward this path.

[More details on this book can be found in the Author’s Corner.]

I’ve always been passionate about storytelling and philosophy, and I’m excited to finally share my work. Goodreads feels like a refreshing change from other social platforms—less noise, more real connections.

I’m still finding my way around here, but I’m really glad to be part of this community. Looking forward to learning, sharing, and connecting with you all.

[Rebekka]

Hi Sharon aka Onyi,
welcome.
Your work appears interesting.
Enjoy the less noise here, too :)

[Sharon]

Hi Rebekka, thank you for the warm welcome! 🤗