Publisher's Synopsis
A study describing the condition where a person can no longer cope with life as he or she has previously known it. The author explores the many different forms of breakdown and their various stages .;First-hand accounts of 25 men and women interviewed over a long period of time describe exactly how it feels. Information is given on how to determine whether you are "on the edge", what to do to help yourself if you are having a breakdown and who you can seek out for help.;The message of the book is that breakdown can become breakthrough. By recognizing the causes of the condition the sufferer can become more aware of themselves and their needs. This realization can assist in a positive reconstruction of their lives.
