After nearly 25 years working as a cop, Craig experienced a devastating collapse of his mental health, forcing him to retire from the police force. But Craig found recovery from PTSD and a suicide attempt to go on to help others with their mental health battles. Craig found that having a game plan was key, and in this insightful and practical book he shares strategies for stepping into a positive future.
Craig draws on his own experience, as well as using his trained skills in leadership, conflict resolution and communication. He then walks the reader through the steps they need to know to help them get through to a place of better mental health.
Part one looks at the mental health issues – depression and/or post-traumatic stress, burnout and the impact on the family. He also has a chapter that shines a light on suicide.
The next section of the book has tools for recovery, working out a game plan, incorporating exercise into your life, challenging the negative thinking you have been experiencing, and much more.
The final section is about building on recovery and reflecting.
Getting Back Up Again is a book that everyone should give to the men in their lives who might be struggling with their mental health. Craig is authentic in telling his story and he also provides many practical tools that will help others. It’s readable and inspiring.
Reviewer: Karen McMillan
Echo Publishing
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