Hidden Valley Road
Inside the Mind of an American Family
Robert Kolker
Discover the remarkable story of the Galvin family, who defied the American dream with their heartbreaking journey of psychological breakdown, hidden abuse and shocking violence. Six of their twelve children were diagnosed with schizophrenia, becoming the subject of research by the National Institute of Mental Health. This book offers a unique perspective on the science of schizophrenia, from the era of lobotomy and institutionalization to current genetic research that holds hope for future generations. Robert Kolker's Hidden Valley Road is an unforgettable tale of suffering, love, and hope.
Publish Date
2020-04-07T00:00:00.000Z
2020-04-07T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.16
ISBN
9780385543767
Recommendations
2
Recommendations
2020-12-20T00:00:00.000Z
As 2020 comes to a close, I wanted to share my annual lists of favorites. I’ll start by sharing my favorite books this year. I hope you enjoy reading these as much as I did. – source2020-03-30T13:29:50.000Z
This is truly a spectacular book, haunting and humane. I couldn't stop turning the pages. The perfect book to lose yourself in right now. – source