by Larry Tye
First published 2006
Kitty Dukakis opens her life to readers, revealing a battle with depression that lasted more than two decades. The wife of former Massachusetts governor Michael Dukakis takes on widespread misconceptions about electroconvulsive therapy. She explains how ECT became her path to recovery after years of suffering. Dukakis walks readers through her decision-making process, weighing ECT against traditional treatments like antidepressants and talk therapy. She provides concrete advice for patients and families considering this controversial treatment. Her account offers hope to those who have exhausted other options in their fight against severe depression.
Genres: psychology, mental-health, non-fiction, biography-memoir, health
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: personal-journey, recovery
304 pages · Hardcover · Avery
Content warnings: depression, mental-illness