FOR THE LOVE OF IAN
Author: Toni Morrison
Author: Toni Morrison
In Association with TLD Consulting LTD
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The About the Book:
The story starts out with “The Shocking News” of Ian’s death and the devastation felt by his family, spouse, friends and mental health community during COVID-19. The story is narrated by Sara who reminisces throughout his life with the memories and experiences she had with Ian before his passing. When Ian was clinically diagnosed with Schizophrenia and the affects it had on his immediate family and social circles. His journey through the mental health system, institutions, hospitals, client programs and group homes settings with psychiatric nurses, social workers, doctors and psychiatrists before eventually finding some independence. The constant voices in Ian's head that tormented him regularly, striving to rid himself of the paranoia he would often feel making it difficult to determine his own reality. The effects of anti-psychotic medications for over 32 years on his mental, emotional and physical health and constant struggle to live a somewhat “normal” life. His attempt at happiness through marriage and the eventual breakdown due to this devastating illness. Finally, his last attempt at happiness prior to his passing and the family's experiences through their own journey of loss and grief. This book is a work of fiction, however derived from several years experience dealing with mental health issues. This story has no boundaries, but for families dealing with loved ones with mental illness, may relate well to this book's genre. How to purchase this book:
Friesen Press: https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000166966845/Toni-Morrison-For-the-Love-of-Ian Other eBook Editions Chapters/Indigo: For the Love of Ian eBook by Toni Morrison Kobo Edition | www.chapters.indigo.ca This book is also available in eBook format from these sites.Also Available with GoodReads: For the Love of Ian by Toni Morrison | Goodreads Mental Health Awareness through Depression
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About the Author:
Toni Morrison has been employed in Office Administration for over 35 years. In 1983 she studied psychology at Kwantlen College having an interest in personality disorders due to her stepfather’s brother who was hospitalized for mental illness. Daniel Keyes wrote about him in his book titled “The Minds of Billy Milligan” reviewed by Flora Rheta Schreiber, author of “Sybil” and also wrote “Flowers for Algernon”. In 1983, volunteered at Simon Cunningham Elementary and the Variety Treatment Centre. In 1985 and 1991, received certifications in Office Administration and worked for the Surrey Pre-Trial Centre typing psychological profiles and classified reports of inmates and minutes on the psychological effects of the surrounding community. In 1993, obtained an Individual Counselling Certification with CTI, studying the DSM IV and became a member of the Canadian Registry of Professional Counsellor's, Psychotherapists and Mental Health Services and Canadian Professional Counsellor's Association. She later worked for the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association, with members adherence to the Code of Ethics, Standards & Practices and also attending educational seminars offered. In 2003, volunteered for the Surrey Community Services Centre on the Local Crisis Line. In 2010, obtained the RETSL (Real Estate Trading Services License) and worked with the Sutton Real Estate Group. In 2011, became certified in Feng Shui, studying the effects of this practice on Interior Design. Later returning to her union in office administration, a member since 1995. She became a Job Steward and Executive Counsellor and obtained her Job Steward Certification Levels 1, 2 & 3. She continues to work in this field today and writes in her spare time. How to Advocate for Mental Health:
Advocacy for mental health (who.int) Advocacy Groups for Mental Health in Canada | RNAO Support Groups | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness Advocacy | Clubhouse International (clubhouse-intl.org) 
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