Schizophrenia – Ek Navi Janiv
Translation: Kalyani Gadgil, Language – Marathi, English, Hindi
The book is a primer for families having a member living with schizophrenia. It provides basic information about the illness and related matters. It is published by SAA in Marathi, English and Hindi to create awareness about schizophrenia and to enable families to face the challenge posed by this dreaded illness in the family.
Price: For any of the 3 editions in Marathi, English or Hindi- Rs.100
Aata Ujadel
Author Ms. Neelima Bapat, Language- Marathi
This is the story of a family, consisting of parents, an educated son and his wife. Son develops Bipolar Disorder. The writer has woven useful information about the illness while narrating the story. On one pole there is depression and on the other there is mania. The patient not only requires medication but also counselling. The illness not only affects the individual but the whole family; hence family therapy is necessary. The author highlights the importance of recovery method and family support.
Price: Rs. 100,
Postage and handling charges-in Maharashtra – Rs.80, out of Maharashtra – Rs.120
My Dear Ones
Authors: Neil and Margaret Rau, Translation: Kamalini Phadke, Language – Marathi
It is a biography of Dr. Abraham A Low, the Founder of Recovery Inc., Chicago, U.S.A.; written by his two daughters, posthumously. He did pioneering work with mentally ill persons at the Psychiatric Institute of the University of Illinois. His ‘Recovery Method’ is practiced for good mental and emotional health of mentally ill persons.
Price: Rs.100
Postage and handling charges-in Maharashtra – Rs.80, out of Maharashtra – Rs.120
An Unarranged Life
Author Late Dr. Jagannath Wani, Language – English
An Unarranged Life is based on the true story of a prominent activist from the field of mental health, Late Dr. Jagannath Wani. The book is a window to how a family care giver goes through different challenges posed by the mental illness of a family member. The author effectively pens down the harsh reality of the private incidences which one would rather keep to oneself rather than write as an exemplar to readers. The book is a channel to spread awareness about mental illnesses and acquaints readers with medical, emotional and practical issues which arise during managing a mentally ill person,
This book is a motivation to care givers to pursue their dreams in spite of having a mentally ill person in the family, because caring for them is not the end of you. The book is recommended to all mental health professionals, novices in the field of psychology and most importantly caregivers.
Price: English-250/- Also available in Marathi Rs. 250/-
Postage and handling charges-in Maharashtra – Rs.80, out of Maharashtra – Rs.120
Manasik Aajar- Palakansathi Margadarshika
.Author – Amrit Kumar Bakhshy Translation: Kalyani Gadgil, Language – Marathi
This is a perfect guide for caregivers of mentally ill person. Mr. Amrit Bakhshy has come forward to share his Knowledge and experience with other caregivers of mentally ill through this book. It is based on his experience as a caregiver of his daughter. Mr. Bakhshy has collected useful information from various sources and put it in a book form for guiding the caregivers.
The first part, titled “Orientation”, covers basic information to help the caregiver understand the basic facts involving the care of a family member affected with schizophrenia or other mental illnesses.
The second part, “Theories, Therapies and Treatments” provides guidance on various issues that arise in the process of caregiving.
The third part, “Empowerment” is a compendium of important legal issues involving rights of the patients, mental health acts, nominating representatives, and so on.
The fourth part “Annexures” is not essentials for direct guidance, but it provides important references for caregivers who wants to know more.
Price: Rs. 250
Postage and handling charges-in Maharashtra – Rs.80, out of Maharashtra – Rs.120
Swa-madatichya watevaruni chalat asata vishvasane
Success stories of user survivors compiled by Meenakshi, language – Marathi
On the occasion of 17th anniversary of SAA, success stories of user survivors were narrated by them in person; those are presented in this book. Medication and counselling are common in the path to recovery. Various other activities including talk therapy, arts based therapy, dance movement therapy also help. Success stories emphasize importance of discovering strengths within oneself, recording the activities, importance of ventilation and sharing, learning to ignore unwanted issues and engaging oneself in creative activities etc.
Price: Rs. 80
Postage and handling charges-in Maharashtra – Rs.30, out of Maharashtra – Rs.50
Manasik Aajaratun Savartana
Author: Prof Anil Vartak, Language – Marathi
The booklet is based on author’s experiences and learning and is written to help strengthen morale of mentally ill persons. The author has given easy techniques and strategies, one could use in day-to-day living to overcome challenges of mental illness – e.g. – writing diary, accepting illness, keeping occupied, exercising, taking medicines regularly, attending self -help groups, not giving up etc. It is a checklist for those on the road of recovery.
Price: Rs. 30, also available in English & Hindi
Postage and handling charges-in Maharashtra – Rs.30, out of Maharashtra – Rs.50
Apangatvacha Dakhala
Compiled by Amrit Kumar Bakhshy, Translation: Kadambari Kulkarni
Language- Marathi
Mental Illness is one of the disabilities included in the Rights of Persons with Disability Act 2016. Mentally ill persons can avail of facilities provided by the State and the Central Government for the disabled, only provided they have the disability certificate. The booklet provides the information about this law and about how to get the disability certificate.
Price: Rs. 30, also available in English
Postage and handling charges-in Maharashtra – Rs.30, out of Maharashtra – Rs.50
Nairashya – Mahiti Pustika
Author Prof Anil Vartak, Language – Marathi
An informative Marathi booklet on Depression, it crisply enlists difference between depression and sadness, understanding depression symptoms, treatment & recovery and what should be the role of a patient, caregiver and media. The highlight of this booklet is quick handy tool/questionnaire to measure the intensity of depression. This booklet is a help to one and all, in today’s time when depression is on the rise.
Price: Rs. 15, also available in English
Postage and handling charges-in Maharashtra – Rs.30, out of Maharashtra – Rs.50
Pratibimb Manishache
Poems by the late Manisha Deshpande
Manisha, a service user was attending SAA‘s Rehab Centre since its inception. She was fond of writing poems. The agonies suffered by Manisha and her family are described in her poems. Manisha was expressive, optimistic, and sensitive. She believed that sufferings were inseparable part of life and she must fight the storms with smile, courage and strength. These poems are inspiring for service users and families.