Mental Health Books

Jack Dreyfus is clearly a true believer in Dilantin. Americans have unfortunately been following the advice of the AMA and taking pharmaceutical company's money making drugs. No country is more overmedicated while at the same time improperly medicated. Jack's book addresses these issues.

Interesting and passionate, he gives endless examples of Dilantin improving the quality of people's lives. It is a great example of experiencing the benefits of something, researching it further, and then trying to tell the world of its benefits.

Interesting and worth reading!

As a psychologist for 30 years, I found this book fascinating and well thought out. For anyone suffering depression, I strongly suggest they read the book and make their own decisions regarding Dilantin.

I've read a few reviews of this book, many laudatory, and a few nasty attacks from medical professionals (see:"davidb321us" and "kohoutekdriver8").

Most of the reviews, save one, fail a crucial test: did the reviewer have a positive experience with dilantin from which they could base their assessment of the usefulness of Dreyfuss' work?

I pass that test. I can feel my chronic, endogenous depression lifting within 15 minutes of taking 100mg of dilantin. Others can see me sitting blankly staring off into space, and then cheerfully talking and moving about the business of my life. This is the first drug that has had this effect on me. I love it, from first-hand knowledge.

In an advertising culture, personal testimonials are always suspect. And in medicine, the true causes for life-changing healings are frequently dismissed as "anecdotal evidence" by the heavy-handed dogmatism of doctors when those reporting the changes are few in number or doing things that aren't within the "medical church of acceptibility".

My answer to such skepticism if to offer the best scientific explanation (that I have been able to piece together from my own readings) to explain how dilantin "cures" endogenous depression. SPECT brain scans show that a lot of depression can be visualized as inflammation and increased blood flow in the deep limbic system of the brain. This means that neurons are being overstimulated there. Dilantin is an electrical membrane stabilizer. It stops excessive firing of neurons, via sodium and calcium channel blocking, which is why it is effective in epilepsy. Adding these two facts together makes it is easy to see how dilantin can cure depression by "calming down" the deep limbic system. While I haven't seen before and after SPECT brain scans to prove this, it is a very good rational explanation supported by many known facts.

Point being, there is a lot of evidence to support Dreyfuss' contention that dilantin is useful for deep depression: a plausible neurobiological explanation exists, twenty first-hand case reports of cures -- Dreyfuss' positive experience with himself, six other friends, 11 prison inmates, and my positive response to dilantin along with one other Amazon reviewer's.

Given this, a careful reader can conclude that Dreyfuss' book is a charitable piece of brilliance.

He lucked out bigtime.

It seems to me that medical professionals who take pot shots at Dreyfuss aren't reviewing the data (see: "davidb321us"). And if you want to denigrate the man, call him obsessive, not egotistical.

Why would an egoist spend hundreds of thousands of his own dollars to bring potentially life-saving (and CHEAP) therapeutic information to millions of health professionals and suffering humans?

Medicine is all about money and ego in America. I suspect that the medical reviewers who poo-pooed Dreyfuss' account prefer to prescribe more expensive drugs whose patents haven't expired for the multitudinous ailments dilantin has been shown effective for.

They are also likely threatened by someone "not in the club" offering useful additions to the human fund of medical knowledge.

Beware the fountain of knowledge that you drink from.

This is one fountain that springs pure, though.

Use your independent judgement, drink deep and see for yourself.

As a medical researcher I found the information contained very helpful. This substance appears to exhibit some powerful bioregulation qualities. In particular I am interested in the life extention implications it may have.

This is an example of what I would call a "Beneficial Drug" Side effects mentioned appear to be limited to high epileptic dosage.

The Author must be commended for the self sacrifice He endured bringing this unbelievable resource to us.

Thank you!

Sincerely,

Eric Lloyd
Tampa Fla

It's quite clear who is the "madman" here - or who otherwise has their own agenda???

I find it interesting that Jack Dreyfus had his own severe anxiety / depression / insomnia cured almost immediately by use of Dilantin. I find it even more interesting that Mr. Dreyfus is STILL going strong at age 92 (yes, he turned 92 this year).

And yet, Mr. Dreyfus is "not a well man"? I also found this quote interesting:

"He proceeded to use his money to bully doctors and government officials into promoting Dilatin for every condition under the sun."

In reading and re-reading his books, I have found absolutely no evidence of such maneuverings as claimed by that quote. Instead what was found time and time again was a bureaucratic indiffference to detailed examination of a medication - simply due to the primary fact that its patent had expired and huge fortunes could no longer be made by a solitary pharmaceutical company.

Either "davidb321us" did not actually read this entire book - or is in fact one of those in the "medical profession" (I note that he did not specifically say that he was a doctor) whose very attitude has stonewalled legitimate extensive testing and education regarding this clearly remarkable medication. What is even more ironic is that most educated people today know that most people in the medical profession obtain a significant amount of their "education" of pharmaceuticals from drug company sales reps (whose agenda is clearly to push the latest patented versions of whatever the "flavor-of-the-month" happens to be).

Finally, Jack Dreyfus - nor ANY of his organizations - have ANY financial interest in Dilantin (PHT) in any form whatsoever. And his ongoing foundation (the Dreyfus Medical Foundation)? It is strictly a charitable medical organization.

My family - both sides (mine and my husband's) are completely dysfunctional. I've over-reacted for years. This book really helped me to understand other personalities, in turn, bringing me closer to my higher power and understanding why I react the way I do. With that knowledge, I can learn to think before I react. I have to learn this or I'll end up in the looney bin. LOL.

Simply, this book changed my life. More importantly, its message of service to others changed my life. Doing for others is what heals.

One of my all time favorite psychology books is the author's "Women and Desire." This more recent book has a more pratical, how to help yourself live better, focus. I find her message insightful and helpful in the face of stress and challenges. Her underlying message is spriritual, in both the Jungian and the Buddhist sense, yet the applied psychology here also reminds me of the concept of 'social interest' advanced by the great, and greatly neglected, psychologist Alfred Adler. You don't need to be religious to appreciate and benefit from Young-Eisendrath, and the same is true, perhaps more so, for Adler's books on social interest and human life.

Excellent, helpful, and well-written. Of special interest to those interested in Buddhism. Definitely not in the same vein as the usual pain management fare. I keep waiting for the author's next book.

This book touched me in more ways than one. It was very enlightening and will be a resource I share with my own counseling clients in the future. It allowed me to see that I can be grateful for my suffering.

"The Voices Within" concept described in this book save my life. I was a dying anorexic/bulimic with little hope. After working "The Voices Within" process, I am healthy, productive and living life to the fullest.

"A Roadmap to the Soul" is a unique and engaging approach to wellness and the development of the "Whole Person." While it is written as a self-help book, one immediately recognizes its value for parents who are seeking ways to encourage their children to develop a positive self-concept. The authors' extensive use of metaphors such as the "Protector" and "True Self" provide a rich array of language that can be used to communicate the key concepts of mental wellness in a manner that pre-teens through adults can understand."

"Original, inspiring, a great vocabulary for healing and recovery."

"HollyKem and Dean add a refeshing new enthusiasm to the field of recovery. They hold a good rapport with audiences and now are extendng their (speaking) repertoire of information to reach people through an exciting book. We believe everyone can find a life direction - here is a new tool to assist on your journey. Enjoy!"

This book taught me valuable lessons about myself and why I do and say certain things. It taught me how to change the things I do not like about myself and how to move forward in life, instead of repeating the same cycles over and over again. It is written in simple language, easily understood with deep insights. I would challenge anyone who has a character defect they would like to rid themselves of to not only read this book, but savor its every word.

This book was very good and to the point. The title is perfect for surely by seeking God's face, he will surely provide. It is down to earth in what is written. I like the honesty portrayed and also encouragement through trusting God and his word. Surely God will never leave nor forsake us. I am not bi-polar but I now have a little bit more of an understanding of what it is. I have bought 2 copies of this book to give to 2 of my friends who are bi-polar. I started reading it one day and finished the next. I highly endorse it.

I read this book recently and am very thankful for the positive encouragement and support it gives to Christians living with bipolar disorder (like myself). I have been searching for years for a book like this and am extremely grateful that Amazon carries this book.

This book is written from the heart. As the author, I hope that all who read it will find hope, encouragement and a sense of worth. Life can be good in spite of bipolar disorder. Enjoy.

Gayle L Darhower

Gayle L. Darhower has drafted a workable system to deal with her Bipolar Disorder. She gives us a rare insight into the struggles of Depression and its opposite emotion Mania and how she uses her strong belief in God to maintain control of her life. I applaud Ms. Darhower's courage in opening her life to the scrutiny of others. God Bless.
Beverly J Scott author of Righteous Revenge

This book is the best I've found for Christians living with bipolar disorder. The author is a Christian and speaks honestly about her own personal experiences. She gives encouragement and support for people who are in the midst of mania and depression and are struggling with their faith. She makes me feel like I am not alone in my doubts and confusion while experiencing the ups and downs of living with the illness. She gives assurance that God does not abandon us and gives practical Bible references to treasure.

The Serenity Principle helped me see addiction from the perspective of one afflicted with the problem, as well as how difficult the road to recovery is. It offers a fresh approach to both situations, as opposed to the tried, and often failed, feel bad in order to feel better. It is a very compassionate and humane approach. I sent copies to some of my friends.

Joseph Bailey did a wonderful service by writing this book which clearly and efficiently discusses how to apply POM to the understanding and treatment of addiction. Highly recommended to professionals and the self-help audience. --Fred P. Gallo, Ph.D., Author of Energy Tapping and Energy Psychology

This is a practical spiritual book no unlike 12 steps it works. I would also encourage people to read An Encounter With A Prophet for a powerful spiritual book that get's you closer to your higher power.

Bailey has presented easy to grasp ideas that really work for the person in recovery. I have used it on both a personal and professional level and would encourage others to do the same.

This book is excellent. You do not have to be recovering from anything for this book to have meaning. Read it several times.

I was extremely impressed with the insight and effectiveness of the advice provided by this book. It was very practical and the book was surprisingly fun and easy to read. I highly reccomend this book.

This book described my sister exactly! I read it and finally understood what she has and what she has to do. I gave it to her and she is reading it...sure my family isn't going to get it but I'm going to help her through this. Thank you for writing this, God bless you!

A friend of mine bought me this book as a gift because she was worried about me and it has opened my eyes to what clinical depression really is ...in a clear and kind way, along with solutions and choices. Thank you Drs. Belisa and Jorge for writing this gem.

A wonderful integration of a medical/psychological and holistic/spiritual understanding of depression in Latinas. The last chapters provide excellent recommendations. The first ones explain depression in a clear and interesting manner. I have suggested it to two patients already.

This book really spoke to me and my situation!
As the first generation of my family to be born and educated in the US I have trouble talking to my parents about mental health and Drs. Lozano-Vranich and Petit understood where I'm coming from and offered realistic advice. They covered a lot of ground and explained how to navigate through a Latina background. I'd strongly recommend this.

The title alone makes this book intriguing, doesn't it?

In the age-old tradition of using stories to disseminate essential truths, Dr. Gettis does a masterful job. Each lesson is a gem. Some may seem familiar, other less so; every one is worthwhile. You will find yourself captivated as you absorb the wisdom embedded in each story.

I have no hesitation in recommending Seven Times Down, Eight Times Up. Learning is never as effective as when you are enjoying the lessons - and here you have the wisdom of the ages.

It is little wonder that this volume was followed by the equally entertaining and well-written "The Happiness Solution."

Dr. Gettis writes a simple read packed with wisdom and good old fashion common sense for a happy life. His stories are a wonderful cross of Chicken Soup for the Soul and What I Learned I Learned in Kindergarten. They are spiced with concepts common to western thought such as those espoused by Albert Ellis and eastern spiritual ideas of Buddha and Zen thought. Maybe even a little Obi Wan Kanobi and Yoda tossed in for good measure. If you want to face life's ups and downs with a fresh way of thinking then read this book!

This book contains numerous nuggets of wisdom. Dr. Gettis captures the essence of what it takes to live a happy,spiritually fulfilled life. Anyone who follows the advice given so gently here will be much more at peace. If enough people read this book, the world will be greatly benefitted. Read this book!"

I enjoyed Dr. Gettis' easy-going style and his varied contexts (sports, Zen, driving, family, health) for his stories. Each is fused with Eastern thought and Western psychology and is told in such an uncomplicated and thought-proviking manner that my insights are immediate and inspiring.
Keep this book close.

I've heard it said that "there is no such thing as the truth, there are only stories". Alan Gettis Seven Times Down, Eight Times Up is a masterful collection of stories that points beautifully to the universal truths that surround us. His easy going style never gets in the way. The books loving paternal nature delivers lessons that can be read over and over again, gleaning new insights with each re-reading. It is the kind of book you like to leave around the house for a quick spiritual boost. Each of the stories stands like a sparkling gem through which the truth is magnified and humanized. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves learning in its most powerful form, through story.

I think this book was written badly and is not very user friendly. My professor has agreed that this text is not the best out there. I have to make my own outlines to understand what is being said in this very dense and hard to read/comprehend text. The only reason I got it was because it was required for the class. Had I known how this text would read, I would have opted for another text.

We have used a version of MYSTAT with software for our Biostats class (approx 100 students per year) but are not able to locate the last Windows version. Do you stock it?

Brad Buxton College of Pharmacy University of Minnesota tel 612-624-6637

I thought this was an outstanding intro to basic stats - it does a great job presenting the intuition behind most of the important basic concepts in stats, and I also loved the articulate and flowing style of the text. Very light on math, too, so a great text for those less quantitatively inclined souls out there who would still like to get a solid grasp of basic stats.
One great addition to the book would be a list of websites that have interactive stats demos, which I think are a great tool to help better understanding and to develop intuition. (One such site is explorelearning.com, which has pretty decent demos on several of the main concepts, but in general you can google [the concept you're looking for]+demo to get more demos (some better than others) on specific concepts). On second thought, this may be not a very realistic suggestion considering how often new websites pop up and old ones go dead, but I thought I'd throw it out there anyway.

This is by far the best introductory text to statistics for students in the behavioral sciences I have come across.

The conceptual layout makes this textbook especially engaging. Unlike most statistics textbooks this one presents more difficult concepts in a step-by-step manner, which allows for better understanding.

The authors have done a superb job of explaining the logic behind the statistical procedures. This is important, for without this understanding one will likely misapply statistics and/or misread statistics.

In short, here one finds not only an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics for behavioral scientists, but also a text that will give the reader a firm grounding in the logic behind statistics.

As I read this book three things became apparent: one, the authors know their subject inside and out; second, they understand their beginning audience; last and most importantly they know how to teach. I strongly recommend this well written book to anyone needing to learn stats.

This book is about losing weight without counting calories or the amount of food you eat (yes, you read that right), it's about changing your life forever. Powter is honest, down-to-earth and easy to relate to. Anyone who has ever had a problematic relationship with food must read this book, it tells you exactly how to change the way you look and how to feel great. Basically, this book helps you lose weight and get fit because it is the Truth (finally!). Believe me, it really works.

This book is about losing weight without counting calories or the amount of food you eat (yes, you read that right), it's about changing your life forever. Powter is honest, down-to-earth and easy to relate to. Anyone who has ever had a problematic relationship with food must read this book, it tells you exactly how to change the way you look and how to feel great. Basically, this book helps you lose weight and get fit because it is the Truth (finally!). Believe me, it really works.

This book is about losing weight without counting calories or the amount of food you eat (yes, you read that right), it's about changing your life forever. Powter is honest, down-to-earth and easy to relate to. Anyone who has ever had a problematic relationship with food must read this book, it tells you exactly how to change the way you look and how to feel great. Basically, this book helps you lose weight and get fit because it is the Truth (finally!). Believe me, it really works.

Do you want energy and better quality of life? read this book! No more starvation diets that set you up to fail, no more counting calories and more food than you ever thought possible. Did you know you can loose waight by eating at least 2000 calories????

I read this book because someone was giving it away at work. I had heard about it but thought it might be some more diet advise. This woman is now one of the most respected people in my life. I applaude Susan Powter for her accomplishments and for speaking out to the public. Now people can really see what our trusted diet and fitness industries are really doing. Memorize the script, sell as much as you can the first visit, cause you can bet they won't be back. I too had a prince in my life at one time. Not so much the cheater but the food watcher. He watched everything I ate. A half of a hamburger was enough. Now that sweet revenge is in the open and those princes of the world can find another option. Thank you Susan for your honesty and commitment to getting the truth out.

I am sorely distressed that this publication is out of print and hope that it comes back into print soon.
This is truly the most refreshing, helpful, and positive publication dealing with the sensitive, distressing situation of childhood abuse and the worries victims/survivors have of the trauma continuing indefinitely and/or of the possibility of their continuing the cycle of abuse.
IMHO, every survivor of childhood abuse, and everyone who loves someone dealing with the aftermath of this situation should run, do not walk, to order their copies...no matter how hard they are to find.
thank you, Thank you, THANK YOU, Linda Sanford for finally getting it right!

As a professional in the psychology field, each year I present at conferences on the effects of sexual abuse and how educators and counselors can be helpful to survivors. After each speaking engagement, there are people who come forward with comments about their own abuse histories and resulting struggles. When they ask for resources, I always recommend this book. It is very well written with empathy and intelligence, and a refreshing lack of psychobabble. Nothing short of a classic!

-Sharice Lee, Author of "The Survivor's Guide"-

I read this book in 1993, in my mid-40's, and it was transformational in putting into perspective the reasons why my life took the path it did, and it gave me the awareness for self-healing and a fulfilling life. It reads easily, and explains circumstances in a straightforward, no-nonsense way. "It's not your fault."

Words cannot express how greatly this book has affected me. For the first time in my life I actually feel a sense of hope! I didn't know that survivors existed! If you have experienced severe childhood trauma, THIS IS THE BOOK YOU NEED TO READ! I will not stop searching until I can get my own copy!

This book helped me understand myself. I can now begin to heal with the help of therepy and close friends because of the impact this book had on me. A must read for those who have suffered child abuse.