Coping with Schizophrenia: A Guide for Families provides a complete overview of the illness, a clear explanation of the treatment choices, and a guide to resources for families.

This book offers extraordinary practical support. It's the first book to provide detailed, step-by-step help for people close to someone who suffers from schizophrenia. It features strategies for coping with day-to-day issues as:

• Preventing relapses and other crises
• Managing stress
• Overcoming alcohol and drug abuse
• dealing with depression and anxiety
• Regulating medication
• Finding community resources
• Establishing household rules
• Improving quality of life