Melvin Bob Fred and me
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Melvin Bob Fred and Me
By Robert Gabriel Rothbauer
Robert has Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)-once known as Multiple Personality Disorder. For him, DID isn't a weakness; it's a superpower that helped him survive a traumatic childhood and navigate life in residential treatment centers and a famous sanitarium before stepping into the real world.
This powerful memoir takes readers inside the mind of a person with nine distinct alters, each created to endure different aspects of his past. From Melvin, Bob, and Fred, who first emerged to shield him from abuse, to heroic alters like Esteron and Ox-n-ogre, Robert's journey is a testament to resilience, survival, and self-discovery.
Inside this book, you'll find:
A raw and honest account of living with DID and the complicated tapestry of memory that comes with it.A deeply personal look at the creation of alters, their roles, and how they work together for protection.Insights into mental health, trauma, and healing, shared with both candor and compassion.A reflection on kindness, morality, and the lessons learned through a life shaped by hardship.With deep empathy and unwavering honesty, Robert shares his story-not just for himself, but for all the patients and survivors whose voices deserve to be heard.
A gripping, eye-opening memoir of survival, strength, and the extraordinary mind.
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