Books

 

No Such Thing As Normal by Bryony Gordon

Journalist Bryony Gordon has inspired millions with her honesty and frankness about her mental health. She admits she isn't an expert on mental illness - "just someone who has a lot of experience of it" - but shares what she learned about sleep, addiction, worry, medication, self-image, boundary setting, therapy and learned behaviour. 

 

 

Living Better: How I Learned to Survive Depression by Alastair Campbell

Alastair Campbell is a long-time advocate of breaking down the stigma surrounding mental illness. In his latest book he writes movingly about his lifelong struggle with depression. 

 

 

Open: Why Asking for Help Can Save Your Life by Frankie Bridge

Frankie Bridge opens up about the anxiety, depression and panic attacks she suffered for many years. She's now an ambassador for Mind, the mental health charity, and also has a podcast, Open Mind, where she talks to guests about mental health.