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“The pain of severe depression is quite unimaginable to those who have not suffered it, and it kills in many instances because its anguish can no longer be borne. The prevention of many suicides will continue to be hindered until there is a general awareness of the nature of this pain.”

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Book:Darkness visible: a memoir of madness
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Darkness visible: a memoir of madness

This memoir delves into the author's journey through mental illness, offering an intimate look at the challenges and triumphs faced in the struggle to understand and overcome psychological disorders. more

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William Styron
William Styron

William Styron was an American novelist known for his profound psychological insights and his depiction of Southern American life. His works often explore themes of race, class, and identity, with his novel 'Sophie's Choice' being particularly acclaimed for its nuanced portrayal of depression. more

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“مواجهة الحقيقة هي من اصعب المصاعب في هذه الدنيا أولا : لاننا ف الغالب لا نعرف ما هي الحقيقة ثانيا : لاننا ف الغالب لا نحب أن نعرفها الا مضطرين .. حين نيأس من قدرتنا علي تجاهلها ونشك ثم نشك ثم نري آخر الامر أن الشك أصعب و أقسي من مواجهة الحقيقة والصبر عليها ثالثا لاننا اذا عرفناها ففي الغالب - أيضا انها تجعلنا نغير عاده من العادات وليس أصعب علي النفس من تغيير ما اعتادت . فالموت نفسه لا صعوبة فيه لولا أنه يغير ما تعودناه وفراق الموتي لا يحزننا لولا انه تغير عاده او عادات كثيرة”

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