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WOW! This book is written so well! It was a quick and absorbing read at times. It made me wonder if I would even come close to asking the questions that the author asked to finally get some answers. I LOVE that she shows that not ALL MD's should be listened to and that there ARE knowledgeable medical personal out there.
She updates how Sammy's life is as a young adult and how she helped another friend to question about that friends son's possible misdiagnosis.
I recommend this book to all parents.
She updates how Sammy's life is as a young adult and how she helped another friend to question about that friends son's possible misdiagnosis.
I recommend this book to all parents.
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great... touching book
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My experience with OCD is zero. In fact, my experience with mental illness is extremely limited. With this open mind, I delved into Ms. Maloney's harrowing account of her son's sudden onset of OCD and her equally harrowing navigation of the healthcare system as she searched desperately for answers. Although there is much belly-aching by medical professionals over the number of patients who deem themselves healthcare experts after an afternoon on the Internet, this book proves the immense value of research and perseverance. I was impressed by Ms. Maloney's unwillingness to accept the close-minded opinions of some doctors and her insistence on second, third, fourth and fifth opinions until she found a diagnosis that made sense and a treatment plan that worked for her son. Kudos to her bravery and stubbornness! I have no idea when I might find myself in such a quandary but I only hope to have the drive exhibited by this author to break down those medical brick walls.
