Just Peachy
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Just Peachy
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Adventures in Dealing with Everyday Struggles, Getting Help, and Doing Just OK Sometimes
"In this autobiographical collection of thoughtful and poignant comic vignettes, Chisholm explores her experiences with depression, anxiety, and love." -Booklist
Just Peachy is a comic series that explores what the day-to-day is like with depression and/or anxiety. The all-too-real cartoon protagonist gives readers a character to empathize with, and helps explain some of the not often talked about consequences and symptoms of having depression. The comics also explore the themes of heartbreak, finding love, dealing with stress, and capturing the magical moments in life that keep us going.
Through dark humour and cute illustrations, the subject matter becomes a bit more bearable, allowing for honest discussion about things like treatment and getting through anxiety attacks, and providing some comfort in times of struggle.
For anyone affected by mental illness, Just Peachy shows that you are not alone. Simply put, this is an encouraging collection of comics about being just okay sometimes.
"So brave of Holly Chisholm to share her struggles with mental health issues through this creative medium. Just Peachy will inspire others to connect to, navigate through, and recover from their own day-to-day trials and tribulations of living with a mental illness. Well done!" -Dr. Carlin Barnes and Dr. Marketa Wills, authors of Understanding Mental Illness and founders of Healthy Mind MDs
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Critics praise Just Peachy for its sweet-natured, guardedly optimistic portrayal of mental health struggles, combining humour with heartfelt honesty. Publishers Weekly highlights its adorable sadness and practical guidance through tough times, while fellow authors describe it as a delightful and comforting companion against existential dread. Mental health experts commend Chisholm's bravery and the work's inspiring role in fostering connection and recovery.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781510742000
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 21 March 2019
Country: United States
Imprint: Skyhorse Publishing
Illustration: 100-150 comic illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 127.0mm
Height: 178.0mm
Weight: 308g
Pages: 136
About the Author
Holly Chisholm was diagnosed with depression and ADHD in December of 2016. Her therapist suggested she try journaling. She hates journaling. This comic was her compromise between drawing and journaling; it helped her record how she was feeling and work through some of the darkness. Holly currently live in Mesa, Arizona, with her boyfriend Matt and an ornery cockatiel named Larry.
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