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The Inherited Mind

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

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 readers 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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    January 7, 2025

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      • ISBN: 9781368114769

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      • ISBN: 9781368114769
      • File size: 16982 KB

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    • English

  • Reviews

    • Library Journal

      December 1, 2024

      For Longman, a foreign correspondent for ABC News, the relationship between mental illness, genetics, and environment is an important and personal question which he uses to explore the legacy of mental illness in his family. His father, an artist, had schizophrenia and ended his life when Longman was nine years old; Longman's mother was unstable throughout his adolescence. Growing up in this environment with a family history of depression and self-harm, Longman's own depression seemed inevitable, but he wanted to understand his father as a person and how others in his situation have coped. Intertwining the science of the genetic and epigenetic bases of depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia with personal stories of people with generational mental illness, this book is an empathetic, sensitive examination of the challenges and strength of individuals struggling with their mental health. Longman is self-deprecating about his scientific knowledge, which makes this accessible work read like a memoir, not a popular science book. VERDICT While the subject matter is difficult, the tone is enlightening and sympathetic. Suggest to readers interested in mental health and memoirs.--Margaret Heller

      Copyright 2024 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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