Sticks and Stones
A journey from depression and suicidal thoughts
by Hilary Packard

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Sticks and Stones is based on fifty years of personal experience. Journal excerpts and poetry are used to enhance an understanding of the emotional turmoil of depression and suicidal ideation. The final coming together of positive approaches and insightful therapies is outlined along with exercises and suggestions for incorporating positive coping techniques. These are offered to help ease the anguish and supplement other therapies. Ms. Packard hopes that through education and the sharing of experiences, those individuals who require assistance and understanding can receive it without fear or trepidation, and that people who care for those living with depression will benefit from a greater comprehension.

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“Your chapter on Panic and Dissociation was well done and shows you grasped the concept correctly and used it in your recovery process.” — Dr. G. Fraser, MD, FRCPC “Thank you for sharing your journey. . .I’m sure others who are going through similar experiences will find comfort and strategies from it. . . you have written it in an easy-to-follow and gentle way.” — Mrs. L. McDevitt, College Professor

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Hilary Packard, having taken forty years to learn to manage the pain and anguish of depression, is deeply saddened by the numbers of young people suffering and taking their own lives. Now, as a qualified Life Skills Coach, and with many years of volunteer experience, she has written “Sticks and Stones” to inspire understanding and provide techniques for positive coping. Hilary lives in the Ottawa Valley and continues to advocate for Mental Wellness through her writing, volunteer work, and presentations.

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