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 Reviews
"How absolutely fabulous is my reaction to this book. It captures not only Ann's unique journey, but incorporates every person's struggles with depression and his/her vignettes with medication as well as the poignancy and complexity of the sorting-out process. The factual descriptions of use and side effects of medication make this a wonderful practical guide to those who read Out Of Focus...Again."
David A. Macdonald, PhD
State College, PA
(Ann's State College therapist)
Because of Ann's courage and willingness to share her journey from depression to recovery, we, the reader, are given a book of hope and healing. Beginning with P art Three she provides personal ways to cope and survive. Ann and her loving, caring husband and children provide insight for family members and friends to facilitate recovery. A huge thank you to Ann for sharing her journey in order to help others. This valuable book should be on every psychiatrist's and psychologist's bookshelf and be required reading for anyone who has been, is currently, or is about to be out of focus."
Joan Fenton, Daytona Beach Shores, FL
"I just finished reading Out Of Focus...Again and am only able to say Wow! I think the book is great, but Ann's accomplishments are even greater! I, like most, would never have guessed that she suffered from depression. It's like a natural disaster that can strike anyone, anywhere, anytime. I am so happy that she is better now and that her life is so full of happiness again. Her husband is just an awesome person!"
Tara Stewart
Aurora, CO
"Once I began reading the book, I found it hard to put down. Ann is a tremendous writer and has a great way with words. My heart goes out to her and to her family because of the hard struggles they have endured, but they have displayed such strong character in sharing this with others. It shows what a truly caring person
Ann is."
Helen Vertrees
Pueblo, CO
"Wow! Ann's incredibly focused, out of focus and refocused journey through the maze of depression is a must read for anyone diagnosed with this debilitating illness. Make sure that family members and loved ones get a copy too."
Judith Briles, The Confidence Factor
Aurora, CO
"Ann Kochenberger has written a compelling account of her own depression and the relief she found through her determined pursuit of effective treatment. Those who suffer from depression will identify with what she has experienced and be encouraged in their efforts to recover. Those who have friends or loved ones who are depressed will learn about this common condition and the help that is available."
Jon Bell, M.D.
Denver, CO
(Ann's Denver psychiatrist)
"Ann takes us through her journey that winds through pain and suffering, love and triumph. Her travels have many stops that are shaped by those close to her who, through their caring and their actions, help her map the way to health and well-being. Out Of Focus...Again is an important book for those who think they must make the journey alone and that others will not understand. Ann lives to help others and this book continues that legacy."
Rick Jacobs, PhD, Professor of Psychology, Penn State University
State College, PA
"In reading Out Of Focus...Again, I realized how fortunate Ann is and has been to have a very loving and supportive family. She made some excellent decisions by learning to say "no", taking care of herself and putting family first. Ann also knows that because she has bipolar disorder, she needs to do so without guilt. Honest, compelling and well-written are good descriptive adjectives for this book."
Rosemarie McDermott
Denver, CO
"Out of Focus...Again is a stunning description of the reality of depression and is one of the most compelling books I have ever encountered. There are very few other treatments as authentic or comprehensive."
Frank J. Landy, PhD, Professor of Psychology
New York, New York
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