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Holding On Together: A Group Therapy Graphic Novel
The graphic novel, Holding On Together, is a hauntingly illustrated and heartfelt meditation on what the experience of having mental illness can be like.
Through stories shared with each other, the young members of a mental health support group grapple with conditions like bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, and borderline personality disorder.
Their raw experiences illuminate the struggles, triumphs, and changes in fortune that come when trying to move through illness and toward health.
Holding On Together is not just about surviving mental illness. It’s about the power of connection, the strength of friendship, the importance of humor, and the resilience of the human spirit. It’s a reminder that even in the darkest times, there is hope.
Through stories shared with each other, the young members of a mental health support group grapple with conditions like bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, and borderline personality disorder.
Their raw experiences illuminate the struggles, triumphs, and changes in fortune that come when trying to move through illness and toward health.
Holding On Together is not just about surviving mental illness. It’s about the power of connection, the strength of friendship, the importance of humor, and the resilience of the human spirit. It’s a reminder that even in the darkest times, there is hope.
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Published August 10, 2024
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October 10, 2024
Holding On Together is a deeply moving graphic novel that offers an accessible and empathetic look into the world of group therapy. What sets this book apart is the way it humanizes both the participants and the facilitator, portraying them not just as people dealing with mental illness, but as individuals with unique stories, strengths, and vulnerabilities. It gracefully covers a range of conditions, including bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and borderline personality disorder, making these often misunderstood experiences relatable and digestible for any reader.
The storytelling is raw and real, capturing both the pain and hope that come with seeking help and healing. The graphic novel format allows these stories to unfold in a way that feels personal and intimate, with each panel reflecting the emotional weight of the characters’ journeys.
The style is both expressive and original, offering readers a visual experience unlike any other. Each page feels carefully crafted to draw you in, with an almost tactile quality that makes the emotions and connections between characters leap off the page. The artwork enhances the storytelling in a way that’s rare and remarkable, making Holding On Together not just a graphic novel, but a visual meditation on the resilience of the human spirit.
Beyond its exploration of mental illness, Holding On Together shines as an introduction to group therapy itself. It’s an excellent resource for anyone curious about how these spaces foster connection, support, and the healing power of shared experiences. With heart, humor, and artwork, it shows us that even in the face of deep struggles, the resilience of the human spirit endures.
The storytelling is raw and real, capturing both the pain and hope that come with seeking help and healing. The graphic novel format allows these stories to unfold in a way that feels personal and intimate, with each panel reflecting the emotional weight of the characters’ journeys.
The style is both expressive and original, offering readers a visual experience unlike any other. Each page feels carefully crafted to draw you in, with an almost tactile quality that makes the emotions and connections between characters leap off the page. The artwork enhances the storytelling in a way that’s rare and remarkable, making Holding On Together not just a graphic novel, but a visual meditation on the resilience of the human spirit.
Beyond its exploration of mental illness, Holding On Together shines as an introduction to group therapy itself. It’s an excellent resource for anyone curious about how these spaces foster connection, support, and the healing power of shared experiences. With heart, humor, and artwork, it shows us that even in the face of deep struggles, the resilience of the human spirit endures.
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