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A Frantic Mind-Bending journey from Istanbul to Home in Australia. “Dear Psychosis”


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The must-read saga is “Dear Psychosis” with an Aussie girl in the throes of psychosis and with the lifesaving help of her” family” of Syrian refugees in Istanbul… … then into the arms of a loving but terrified family. A story of danger yet of Hopes, Love and Courage……

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The account of Alice Martin and her family is that of this hair-raising journey to Australia, written by now internationally awarded and acclaimed authors ALICE MARTIN and mum, SARAH MARTIN. It draws you into a Real Life understanding of mental illness, This book engages you, in a rush, from start to finish.

Congratulations to Sarah and Alice for speaking up about the stigma of mental health concerns. 

BRAVO “DEAR PSYCHOSIS” yes, a” MUST READ!

More about Sarah Martin

Sarah Martin is wife to Shane and mother to three beautiful but very different adult children, two cats, and a dog who thinks she’s human. 

Despite being an experienced theatre nurse and part of an extended family of medical professionals, nothing could have prepared Sarah for navigating the health system after her daughter Alice began experiencing psychosis and later, bipolar disorder. 

Sarah Martin (left) and Alice Martin (right)

“Dear Psychosis”, is Sarah’s first book and describes not only the dramatic rescue of her unwell daughter from Turkey, but the ongoing impact of helping a loved one deal with mental illness. 

Most of all, it is a story of recovery, hope and the power of family. 

When not tackling the stigma and silence around mental illness, Sarah loves playing golf and making and baking sourdough bread.

More about Alice Martin
Alice Martin is a dedicated mental health advocate with a rich background in psychology and education, currently completing her fourth year of Psychology studies at the University of Technology, Sydney.  

Her professional roles include working as a Senior Success Advisor (Wellbeing & ESL) at the International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS) and working as a Peer Ambassador for SANE Organisation

Alice’s advocacy is deeply informed by her personal experience with bipolar disorder, which she was diagnosed with after episodes of depression and mania.  This personal journey drives her commitment to promoting mental health awareness and reducing stigma, particularly among young people.  In her free time, Alice enjoys adventures with her dog, hanging out with friends, reading, and following her AFL team, Collingwood.


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