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Download Hidden Valley Road by Robert Kolker ePub free. “Hidden Valley Road” is a compelling non-fiction book that explores the lives of the Galvin family. Set against the backdrop of post-World War II America, the book unravels the hidden challenges faced by the seemingly perfect family as six of their twelve children are diagnosed with schizophrenia.

Hidden Valley Road Summary

“Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family” is a non-fiction book written by Robert Kolker. The book, published in 2020, tells the true story of the Galvin family, who lived in Colorado Springs and had twelve children, six of whom were diagnosed with schizophrenia.

The Galvin family seemed like the perfect American family, but beneath the surface, they were grappling with the challenges of mental illness. The book explores the lives of the Galvin siblings and their parents, Mimi and Don Galvin, over several decades. It delves into the impact of schizophrenia on the family dynamics and the broader understanding of mental illness in the mid-20th century.

As the family struggles to cope with the challenges posed by schizophrenia, the book also weaves in the scientific and medical advancements in the field of mental health during the same period. It sheds light on the efforts to understand the genetic components of mental illness and the complexities involved in treating and managing such conditions.

“Hidden Valley Road” not only provides a gripping narrative of a family’s journey through mental illness but also serves as a broader exploration of the societal and scientific aspects of mental health. It received critical acclaim for its compassionate storytelling and its contribution to the understanding of mental illness and the efforts to find effective treatments.

Details About Hidden Valley Road

• Name: Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family
• Author: Robert Kolker
• ISBN: 038554376X
• Language: English
• Genre: Schizophrenia
• Format: PDF/ePub
• Size: 14 MB
• Page: 400
• Price: Free

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