Mental Health Crisis based on the life of William Foraker

Phyllis Foraker, David Michael Foraker

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English

Phyllis Foraker & David Michael Foraker
17 June 2025

Psychology; Abnormal psychology; Popular medicine & health; Coping with illness

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The Story of One William Foraker is a deeply moving, true account of a family's battle with the devastating impact of untreated mental illness. Written by parents Phyllis and David Michael Foraker, this gripping narrative follows the life of their son, William, whose bright future was slowly derailed by the insidious grip of paranoid schizophrenia.

Told with raw honesty and compassion, the book sheds light on the heartbreaking realities faced by families navigating a fractured mental healthcare system. From William's early childhood illnesses to his struggles in adulthood with severe psychosis, his story serves as both a personal tragedy and a call to action for mental health reform.

Through alternating perspectives-including law enforcement, family, and William himself-the book paints a poignant portrait of resilience, unconditional love, and the urgent societal need to address the mental health crisis. The Story of One William Foraker is a testament to the Forakers' unwavering devotion and a voice for countless families still fighting for their loved ones.

By: Phyllis Foraker, David Michael Foraker
Imprint: Phyllis Foraker & David Michael Foraker
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 163g
ISBN: 9798349423949
Pages: 116
Publication Date: 17 June 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active