When She Was Bad
When She Was Bad
Publication year: 2009
Pages: 208
Binding: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Pier 9
ISBN: 9781741963960
Apart from a slight case of age spots on the first few pages and on the outer edges of the book, this copy of "When She Was Bad" is in nice shape. It appears to be unread, it has just aged a bit.
In this poignant and powerful memoir, Arabella Joseph recounts her harrowing journey through mental illness and recovery. At the age of twenty-two, Arabella finds herself in a psychiatric hospital, grappling with the dark holes in her memory and the shocking realization of her past traumas. Triggered by a recent incident with a male colleague, she is forced to confront the sexual abuse she endured as a child and the psychological scars it left behind.
Through candid storytelling and raw emotion, "When She Was Bad" explores the depths of mental illness, the impact of childhood trauma, and the arduous path to healing. Arabella’s story is one of survival, resilience, and ultimately, hope. Her unflinching honesty and courage in sharing her experiences will move and inspire readers, shedding light on the often misunderstood world of psychiatric care and the profound strength it takes to reclaim one's life.