This is a review for the book Crazy: Reclaiming Life from the Shadow of Traumatic Memory by Lyn Barrett: which i received a copy of in exchange for this review.
Crazy: Reclaiming Life from the Shadow of Traumatic Memory by Lyn Barrett:
Can Lyn reclaim her sanity in the midst of chaos and confusion going from happy wife and mother to the trauma of DID (dissociative identity disorder) formerly known as multiple personality disorder. (Remember Sybil?) Lyn takes us on her traumatic journey from illness to recovery and self-discovery – offering hope to others dealing with DID and teaching the rest of us about this not so rare disorder.
Memoir: Mental Health
Publisher: Koehler Books (January 3, 2022)
About Lyn Barrett
Lyn Barrett is the author of Crazy: Reclaiming Life from the Shadow of Traumatic Memory, publication date January 3rd, 2022, Koehler Books; also, DID Unpacked: A Parable available on Amazon.
At the age of 45, Lyn was diagnosed with multiple personality disorder, now known as dissociative identity disorder (DID). From happy wife and mother to suicidal woman who felt the crazy fog of dissociation take over her life, she embarked on a journey to uncover the secrets that overwhelmed her.
Lyn currently facilitates writers workshops and teaches a memoir class for dissociative writers, writes weekly blogs and newsletter, speaks on public radio, podcasts, and other settings. A teacher, school principal, and church pastor before beginning her writing career, she holds advanced degrees from Lehigh University and Lancaster Theological Seminary. She can be reached through her websites at www.lynbarrett.com and www.dissociativewriters.com
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
