Befriending My Brain

Like many of us, James Lindsay is no stranger to stress and anxiety. But in his case, leaving those struggles untreated led to a full psychotic episode that hospitalised him for the better part of a month. With the help of medication and therapy, he has now overcome this dark period and is currently living a much happier life.  

But his story doesn't end there. Now, he wants to help others avoid the same fate by sharing his experience, including the red flags he recognises in hindsight and the path he charted to recovery. No matter where you are on your own journey, James' story will resonate and remind you, as he puts it, that "recovery is always possible, and hope is never far away." 

For fans of What Mental Illness Really Is by Lucy Foulkes, Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? Dr Julie Smith and Inferno by Catherine Cho

• The number of patients with suspected psychosis in England rose by 29% during the COVID-19 pandemic (The Guardian)
• According to a 2016 report from Public Health England, “psychosis is one of the most life-impacting conditions in healthcare.” 
• The same report states that the sooner someone is treated for their psychosis, the better their chances of recovery.
• James Lindsay’s book helps sufferers spot the early warning signs of psychosis.
• Mental health awareness week - 15-21 May 2023.