Silent Illness

by Juliet de Jongh

Silent Illness is a memoir of a Daughters' love, courage and strength for her manic depressive, alcoholic and suicidal Mother. For twenty-nine years, Juliet witnessed, and dealt with, a manic depressive Mother. She has watched her go from a loving Mother, to an alcoholic monster, a pill popping addict, and a suicidal manic depressive with paranoia.
After multiple attempts, her Mother eventually commits suicide. Juliet is now left on her own, to deal with the aftermath, as well as her own emotions and guilt. Silent Illness is the true story of a Daughters love for her Mother, regardless of the circumstances. And, living and dealing with, the secrecy surrounding severe Depression.

128 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 8, 2012

Reviews

[Patricia J · Rating 3 out of 5]

Silent Illness

This story of painful mental illness and suicide was written by a loving daughter, with input from her family and friends. Having dealt with the same issues with my sister-in-law this was a painful read. The causes of suicide are never simple.

[Jess · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was alright... the writing itself was okay. That being said, I read the entire thing as it was very interesting.