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Staying Sane: How to Make Your Mind Work for You (Paperback)

by Raj Persaud (Author)

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Paperback: 609 pages
Publisher: Bantam Books; 2nd Revised edition edition (1 May 2001)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0553813471
ISBN-13: 978-0553813470
Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.6 x 3.8 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (22 customer reviews)

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How often do we hear ourselves say "I can't cope", "I'm going mad", "I'm losing my mind"? Despite all the advice on offer to us, how often do we struggle to maintain a healthy mental attitude in the face of seemingly endless pressure? Now, in "Staying Sane" psychiatrist and broadcaster, Dr Raj Persaud, cuts through the myths and taboos surrounding the subject of mental health to offer proven strategies and advice for achieving and maintaining a balanced, positive attitude, regardless of the stresses and strains of daily life. As he confronts crucial issues - such as the meaning of happiness and the importance of emotional intelligence - he aims to strengthen both your mind and your relationships, and reduce your vulnerability to debilitating conditions such as depression. Passionately argued, and supported by a wide range of case histories, questionnaires and scientific research, this is a useful, 21st century survival handbook.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A very positive guide, 30 Sep 2004

By	Barbara Steward (England) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Staying Sane: How to Make Your Mind Work for You (Hardcover)

Dr. Raj shows the postive power of the mind in this book, a lesson we can all take advantage of to enhance our daily life. He shows we are all alot stronger and more capable than we think.

In this current climate , its seems fashionable to encourage people to feel fragile or unable to cope, which then can become reality.

Anytime I feel in need of a shot of common sense and wisdom, I dip into "Staying Sane" which strengthens my thoughts and actions.

We have an inbuilt mechanism to survive which Raj explains simply and reassuringly. There is no need to spiral into torment.

This positive reasoning is constantly being thrown into doubt by "counsellors", a detrimental exercise, which can cause great anguish, when we are quite capable of helping ourselves, as Raj illustrates.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A useful and interesting read, 21 May 2004

By	Dr. R. J. Swindells "Rachel" (Warwickshire, UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If you're used to the typical self-help guide layout - large chunk of book saying how wonderful book is followed by chapters where your hand is held through a rather dictatorial programme - you'll find Persaud's approach rather different.

Give yourself at least a week to read the whole book - it's not a dip-in, dip-out guide. If you put in the effort, you'll find you're rewarded with a real insight into what contributes towards a healthy or unhealthy mind, and you'll have the tools to be able to help yourself through all kinds of predicaments.

Persaud refers to a wide range of studies into mental health issues, but doesn't treat the lay-reader as an idiot or litter the book with jargon, keeping the text intelligent and accessible. Top tip: make a few notes and take page references when you read anything particularly pertinent as the layout of the book doesn't lend itself to you being able to track down that paragraph quickly again.

Overall: fascinating, full of surprises, and if you persevere through the 600-odd pages, you'll probably feel much better-equipped to deal with life's inevitable ups and downs.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Staying Sane - The Game Plan that works, 20 May 2004

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In Staying Sane, Raj Persaud uses no nonense, easy to understand language for lay people regarding practical advice and proven methods to help people who are negative, stressed, depressed and with or without mental health issues. This book is fantastic from cover to cover.

As a self help book it will certainly enable people to develop certain techniques to help themselves.

As a Psychiatrist and Psychologist he is certainly 'in the know' regarding nay issues to do with mental health.

I recommend this book to anyone who finds life difficult at times and needs to gain control over negative thoughts and emotions, or people with mental health issues, and also a great chapter on how to help people with such problems.

Craig

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5.0 out of 5 stars uplifting and optimistic
Staying Sane is largely a guide to looking after your own mental health and, where possible, turning to friends and family and developing your own inner self-belief... Read more

Published 19 months ago by Peter Jones

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Read and a Great Help

Dr Raj Persaud must be commended once again for "Staying Sane". Firstly for his bravery in going populist, something which is frowned on by the professions. Read more

Published 22 months ago by Chris Bowman

5.0 out of 5 stars Clear, concise - simply a brilliant book
I cannot recommend this book enough. The author writes in a clear and concise style that puts across complex ideas and explanations in an understandable language for the... Read more

Published 23 months ago by R. D. Blendell

5.0 out of 5 stars I couldn't put it down
A fantastic read, very eloquently written. He has the ability to describe thought processes that everyone can relate to in their own lives. Read more

Published on 8 Nov 2007 by L. Taylor

5.0 out of 5 stars Indispensable Aid to Depression Sufferers and Their Families
This is the first book I have read by Raj Persaud but certainly won't be the last. This man speaks sense. Read more

Published on 23 Jun 2006 by Ms. C. E. Alliss

5.0 out of 5 stars Dr Raj Persaud is the expert
Dr Raj Persaud is an internationally recognized expert in the personal development industry. When he talks people listen. Read more

Published on 30 Mar 2004 by Zev Saftlas

5.0 out of 5 stars Dr Raj Persaud is the expert
Dr Raj Persaud is an internationally recognized expert in the personal development industry. When he talks people listen. Read more

Published on 30 Mar 2004 by Zev Saftlas

3.0 out of 5 stars A text lacking direction!
This text styles itself as "the ultimate self-help guide to staying sane". I would disagree with this description. Read more

Published on 20 Mar 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars Should have been two separate books
This book contains a lot of information that could/should be of use to two different types of reader - the academic and the general reader with concerns about their own or someone... Read more

Published on 28 April 2003 by annamills46

2.0 out of 5 stars Overwritten and repetitive
I was quite hopeful when I picked this up, it promises a lot and for all I know it may well deliver. Read more

Published on 12 Aug 2002 by oja7

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