No Longer Sick
A Young Man’s Struggle with Chronic Illness
- Counseling, Grief & Mental Health
- Publisher: Resource Publications (Wipf and Stock)
- Published: 2022
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Publisher's Description
No Longer Sick chronicles the latter stage of a young man's decade-long illness with End Stage Renal Disease. Told from a mother's heart, the account reveals not only the physical aspects specific to kidney disease--multiple hospitalizations, dialysis, kidney transplant, immunosuppression--but also the social, emotional, and mental hardships. This book is about youth, pain, post-traumatic stress disorder, opioid use, financial distress, family conflict, navigating a complex health care system, grief, and what goes into losing a person. The book honors a brave young man for his valiant fight.
Endorsements (4)
“No Longer Sick is a tribute to love and an affirmation to the world that love transcends the worst of human illness and emotional and spiritual suffering. Allison’s recollection of her son John’s encounter with a rare immune-vascular disease is a narrative so deep and painful, so real to so many patients, yet so abstract to most of the world. . . . It is a personal push in search of healing, comprehension, and most importantly, dignity and mercy.”
“Allison Greene tells the full story in this powerful account of her son’s journey. Her willingness to go beyond the physical struggle and explore issues surrounding mental health is admirable. This is especially noteworthy given the way mental health is handled among men. . . . This book will make a difference in the world.”
“An intimate, profound, and heart-wrenching account of chronic illness and its agonizing physical and emotional impact. This is a must-read for patients, caregivers, and those who may find themselves in those roles one day. Allison tells a tale reminding us of the fragility of human life and the seemingly endless energy of spirit. . . . This book will allow you to validate the pain of your own experiences and those of your loved ones.”
“Beautifully written from a mother’s broken heart, you’ll find in these pages countless examples of how unconditional love shows up, especially when the chips are down. You’ll also find an endearing story of hope, bravery, and grace in the face of a ten-year battle for survival. Allison lifts the curtain on the moments behind and between the social media posts and holiday photos to share the grueling impacts of waging a fight so long and so intense.”
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