Flip of the Switch (Mental Illness)

By Amy Justine Weber

Based on a true story , this book examines the consequences of untreated mental illness. Amy Weber's father suffers from an undiagnosed mental illness. He exhibits signs of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) including hoarding, counting, repeating, checking routines, and assurance seeking. Told through recollections, vivid memories, and personal insight, this book follows Amy from childhood through adulthood as she struggles to cope with her dad's bizarre behavior, rituals, and rules. This story chronicles the stages of denial, rationalizing, secrecy, and finally silent acceptance by Amy's family. An inside look at how untreated mental illness damages family relationships, family dynamics, and quality of life. A riveting story you won't soon forget.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5NCDNKC
• ISBN13: 9798280339101
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 161 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 0.6" x 6.2"