Like Mother, Like Son: From the Deepest Despair of Mental Illness to the Grittiest End-Of-Life Battle with Metabolic Syndrome

Like Mother, Like Son: From the Deepest Despair of Mental Illness to the Grittiest End-Of-Life Battle with Metabolic Syndrome

Like Mother, Like Son: From the Deepest Despair of Mental Illness to the Grittiest End-Of-Life Battle with Metabolic Syndrome

Like Mother, Like Son: From the Deepest Despair of Mental Illness to the Grittiest End-Of-Life Battle with Metabolic Syndrome

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Overview

She was carried off by law enforcement in a straight jacket. She was committed and institutionalized. She was carted off on a gurney by paramedics over 20 times with 10 visits ending in the ICU (intensive care unit). She lost her husband and caretaker. More than once, she was thought unfixable by society, family and the medical profession.

"Like Mother, Like Son" tells the inspiring story of an ordinary mother and homemaker who overcame mental illness and loss to live her best life. With her indomitable spirit, she faced her end-of-life illnesses with strength, grace and a smile.

Experience the power of perseverance and grace in the face of adversity with this heartwarming tale. Through the eyes of her son and caretaker, discover the incredible impact dogs can have on healing and motivation.

In "Like Mother, Like Son," you will find:

- An intimate look into the life of an indomitable woman.
- Heartwarming memories shared by her son.
- A journey of overcoming mental illness and loss.
- Lessons on perseverance, grace, and strength.
- Insight into the power of love and her family of dogs.

The Foreword was written by Daniel Fredman, M.D. - Diplomat of Psychiatry, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Buy now and be inspired by the incredible story of love, strength, and resilience in "Like Mother, Like Son."

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9798881165598
Publisher: Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date: 04/06/2024
Pages: 298
Sales rank: 180,443
Product dimensions: 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.81(d)

About the Author

Stephen Biles founded the national cage-free dog care business, Dogs 24/7, with the help of his mother and cousin in 2009. Like Mother, Like Son chronically the life of mother and son as they endure his childhood Perthes’ Disease, her 20-year battle with mental illness, and her 5-year end-of-life battle with Metabolic Syndrome. Throughout the journey, their dogs provide constant love, support and motivation.
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