Mental Health & Psychology Audiobooks | Health & Wellness

My Brother's Keeper: The Untold Stories Behind the Business of Mental Health―and How to Stop the Aba

"A leading psychiatrist seeks to transform our understanding of mental health care and how it fits into larger social and economic forces—and proposes an effective and compassionate new framework for healing. Mental health care in America has become atrocious. Developments in treatment methods and medication are inaccessible to those who need them most. People seeking treatment are routinely funneled into homelessness and prison while a mental health epidemic ravages younger generations. It seems obvious that the system is broken, but it's functioning as intended by providing enormous profits for the corporate entities managing mental healthcare. Most of us are more comfortable ducking our fears about mental health and placing our faith in the rugged American and the free market, rather than facing our prejudices and misguided beliefs. Why did we build such a disastrous system when every other industrialized nation have far better models? After decades of work in psychiatry, Dr. Nicholas Rosenlicht reveals how and why we arrived at this abysmal reality—and how we can find our way out of it. Dr. Rosenlicht explains the disastrous outcomes of the for-profit mental health care model. Patients are “clients” and doctors are “providers,” stripping away the humanity and emboldening shifty ethical and legal practices. Perhaps most insidious, the business model paints the mentally ill as people who don’t want help, rather than someone who can’t afford care or even realize they need help because of their illness. Mental illness will touch all of us in some way, if not directly through those we know and love. Those who have already helped care for a loved one know that those who suffer from it have hopes, desires, and aspirations. A healthy solution means a healthier society. In the tradition of Andrew Solomon or Bessel van der Kolk's The Body Keeps the Score, My Brother's Keeper is a paradigm-shifting book that can help us find our way to real and lasting solutions."

Nicholas Rosenlicht M.D. (Author), Mitch Crawford (Narrator)

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Hope, Hurt, and Healing: Experiencing Jesus in the Wake of Suicide

"In her early 20’s, Catherine Renfro received a phone call no one should have. In broken hopelessness, her brother, Barrett, called out with despair before taking his own life. She and her father would rush over to his home only to find out that he was no longer with them. Catherine went through a season of grief that hundreds of thousands of people endure every year in America. But even in the midst of anger, suffering, and guilt, she would say that Christ never left her. In Hope, Hurt, and Healing, Catherine Renfro addresses the reality of loss, the feeling of brokenness, the guilt of living on while also pointing to the hope of the gospel, the peace of relying on Christ, and the trusting in God even during the broken seasons. She offers a real look at suicide loss, but she does not simply live in the despair. Instead, she uses her own life to point people to Christ and lean on his goodness to discover hope for the present and healing for the future."

Catherine Renfro (Author), Emily Norman (Narrator)

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This Happened to Me: 'A brilliant and moving account of a journey of healing' Bessel van der Kolk

"'A brilliant and moving account of a journey of healing ... Thank you Kate, for sharing your courage and your hard-earned wisdom.' - Bessel van der Kolk, author of The Body Keeps the Score 'Price not only rises above the hurt and hate, she uses her hard-won insights to shine a light for others.' -Jeannette Walls, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Glass Castle For readers of Educated, The Glass Castle, and Know My Name comes a powerful memoir that is a remarkable testament of survival and resilience. At once harrowing and inspiring, Kate Price's story is testament to the power to heal. Kate Price grew up in a small town in Pennsylvania with her sister and parents. In leaving, she broke one of many, unwritten rules when it came to cycles of poverty, violence, addiction, mental illness, and abuse. She started a new life in Boston where she began to experience a series of hazy, horrifying flashbacks. Through work with Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, a trauma specialist and author of The Body Keeps the Score, Price discovered that her father had abused and trafficked her as a child. So began a 10-year quest with a journalist from the Boston Globe. Revisiting the hometown she thought she had left forever, the two found the proof Price had been searching for. In her transformative memoir, Price describes how she broke free of that which had defined her childhood, to create a life and family on her own terms. From victim to advocate, from fearful child to empowered adult, This Happened to Me is a story of astonishing resilience and breathtaking determination."

Kate Price (Author), Kate Price (Narrator)

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Trauma Industrial Complex: How Oversharing Became a Product in a Digital World

"Brought to you by Penguin. The new book from the Orwell Prize-Winning author of Poverty Safari and The Social Distance Between Us Today, trauma permeates media, from music and television to films and books – my own included. While the increasing openness is welcome, I’ve observed that this rise has been accompanied by a parallel explosion of disinformation and sometimes harmful guidance about how to deal with personal trauma. In Trauma Industrial Complex, I ask the question: How did we get here? And are the stories we’re telling ourselves liberating us or keeping us trapped? In this revealing and deeply personal book, I’ll pull back the curtain, sharing the hard-won wisdom I’ve gained from the events brought on by telling my own story. Praise for Darren McGarvey: ‘An Orwell for today's poor’ – The Times ‘The standout, authentic voice of a generation’ – Herald ‘McGarvey is a rarity: a working-class writer who has fought to make the middle-class world hear what he has to say’ – Nick Cohen, Guardian © Darren McGarvey 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Darren McGarvey (Author), Darren McGarvey (Narrator)

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Nature and the Mind: The Science of How Nature Improves Brain, Body and Community

"Brought to you by Penguin. The groundbreaking new book showing how nature enhances our powers of attention and shapes brain development, from the founder of the field of environmental neuroscience. What if we could harness the power of nature to become calmer, more focused and less distracted? With so many things vying for our attention in modern life, we’re suffering a global epidemic of distraction, leaving us feeling drained, depleted and isolated. Renowned professor of psychology Dr Marc Berman offers a groundbreaking solution through environmental neuroscience and the art of attention restoration. In Nature and the Mind, Dr Berman identifies the essential elements of a 'nature prescription' that can improve out cognitive performance and mental resilience, sharing life-altering findings such as: • Having just eleven more trees on your street is related to decreases in cardio-metabolic disorders like stroke, diabetes and heart disease. • Short walks in nature can improve attention by almost 20 percent and decrease depression symptoms. • More green space around schools and homes is related to better school performance, reduced crime and improved working memory. Featuring clear, practical solutions that you can apply to your daily life, no matter where you live, Nature and the Mind reveals how nature is the key to boosting your energy, restoring attention, changing your mood, and improving your mental and physical health. © Dr Marc Berman 2025 (P) Simon & Schuster LLC 2025"

Marc Berman (Author), Sean Patrick Hopkins (Narrator)

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Anonymous Male: A Life Among Spies

"A no-holds-barred memoir about identity, from a former Hostage Rescue Team sniper who left the FBI on 9/11 only to lose himself, moving deeper into a world of spies. "I can think of no recent book that so deeply penetrates the layers civilization has sifted atop the world, the one that's always seething away at the bottom of all things."-Jeffrey Lent, author of Before We Sleep "Mr. Whitcomb writes he had a 'backstage pass to the world.' He tells us about it here with candor and with the stunning courage to admit he admires Emily Dickinson."-David Mamet In September 2001, Christopher Whitcomb was the most visible FBI agent in the world. His bestselling memoir, Cold Zero, had led to novels, articles in GQ, and op-eds in The New York Times. He appeared on Imus in the Morning, Larry King, and Meet the Press; he was nominated for a Peabody reporting for CNBC. He played poker with Brad Pitt while contracting for the CIA. Then one day in 2006, without warning, Whitcomb packed a bag, flew into Somalia, and dropped off the face of the earth. For fifteen years, he waged a mercenary war on himself, traveling the world with aliases, cash, and guns. He built a private army in the jungles of Timor-Leste, working contracts for intelligence agencies, where he survived a coup d'état only to lose his friends, abandon his family, and give up on God. And though many stories might have ended there, Anonymous Male is a tale of redemption. While surfing the wilds of Indonesia, Whitcomb found himself trapped beneath a giant wave, where, at the edge of drowning, he came to terms with the chaos of his own clandestine life. He survived the wave to find his way home and rebuild the world that he had abandoned. Anonymous Male is a riveting memoir about loss and recovery, a deeply intimate story that spans continents, war, politics and the media. It is a confession, and a cautionary tale of what happens to people whom the government trains to lie, even to themselves."

Christopher Whitcomb (Author), Christopher Whitcomb (Narrator)

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Modern Psychedelics: The Handbook for Mindful Exploration

"Modern Psychedelics is a judgment-free handbook that compiles contemporary research and ancient knowledge to guide adult readers who are interested in the mindful exploration of these misunderstood, extraordinary, powerful substances. We are currently in the midst of a massive psychedelic resurgence. Medical and academic research teams all over the world have launched studies into the effective use of psychedelics to treat illnesses which modern medicine can't always effectively address, including PTSD, addiction and depression. At the same time, a growing number of adults are interested in experiencing the potentially life-changing insight and perspective that psychedelics reputably provide. But those searching for reliable information for how to take and make meaning from these profound experiences have found little available, until now. Modern Psychedelics covers the history, research, myths, and use of the most popular psychedelics including MDMA, Magic Mushrooms, Ketamine, DMT/5-MeO-DMT, Ayahuasca, LSD, Mescaline/Payote/Huachuma, and Ibogaine/Iboga. In addition, it offers essential information on how to set an intentional journey, the potential benefits of microdosing, how couples can use psychedelics to enhance intimacy and connection, and recommendations for responsible use when working with these extraordinary substances. Accessibly written, and filled with wisdom from many trusted sources, no other book offers the depth of information to mindfully guide you into these amazing alternative experiences. "

Joe Dolce (Author), Andrew Sellon (Narrator)

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[German] - Damit Yoga wirkt: Dich selbst und andere mit den Yoga-Sutras heilen

"Warum Yoga wirkt - dich selbst und andere mit den Yoga-Sutras heilen Entdecke das Geheimnis, warum Yoga bei manchen Menschen wahre Wunder wirkt – und wie auch du diese Kraft für sdich nutzen kannst! Dieses Buch nimmt dich mit auf eine inspirierende Reise: Du lernst Schritt für Schritt, wie Yoga wirklich funktioniert. Die Tipps und Methoden stammen direkt aus den uralten Yoga-Sutras – authentisch, klar und für heute übersetzt. Egal, ob du Anfänger:in oder erfahrene:r Yogi:ni sind, hier findest du wertvolle Informationen und Anleitungen, die du sofort in deine Praxis integrieren kannst. Das Buch begleitet dich auf deiner Yoga-Reise, gibt dir Hintergrundwissen und neue Impulse und hilft dir, Gesundheit, Freude und innere Stärke zu entfalten. Lass dich von jahrtausendealtem buddhistischen Wissen und moderner Erfahrung inspirieren – und erlebe, wie Yoga auch in deinem Leben wirkt! von Geshe Michael Roach, Autor des Yoga-Romans 'Katrin' und des internationalen Bestsellers 'Der Diamantschneider – Buddhistische Prinzipien für beruflichen Erfolg und privates Glück'."

Geshe Michael Roach (Author), Yasemin Kont (Narrator)

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Slip: Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery

"Written by journalist and professor at the University of Texas-Austin Mallary Tenore Tarpley, Slip offers a groundbreaking framework for understanding eating disorder recovery and interweaves poignant personal stories, immersive reporting, and cutting-edge science. When Mallary Tenore Tarpley lost her mother at eleven years old, she wanted to stop time. If growing up meant living without her mother, then she wanted to stay little forever. What started as small acts of food restriction soon turned into a full-blown eating disorder, and a year later, Tarpley was admitted to Boston's Children's Hospital. With honesty and grace, Slip chronicles Tarpley's childhood struggles with anorexia to her present-day experiences grappling with recovery. This book tells Tarpley's story, but it also transcends her personal narrative. A journalist by trade, Tarpley interviewed and surveyed hundreds of patients, doctors, and researchers to provide a deeper understanding of eating disorder treatment. She draws on this original reporting, as well as cutting-edge science, to illuminate what has changed in the years since she was first diagnosed. As Tarpley came to learn, "full recovery" from an eating disorder is complicated. And that idea provides the basis for the groundbreaking new framework explored in this book: that there is a "middle place" between sickness and full recovery, a place where slips are accepted as part of the process but progress is always possible. With new insights and an uplifting message, Slip brings much-needed attention to an issue that affects many. It offers a beacon of hope with its revolutionary perspective on recovery. This inspiring and life-affirming book is a must-read for individuals with eating disorders, their loved ones, educators, medical professionals, and anyone seeking to understand eating disorders and the path to recovery."

Mallary Tenore Tarpley (Author), Jennifer Jill Araya, Mallary Tenore Tarpley (Narrator)

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Surrounded by Idiots Revised & Expanded Edition: The Four Types of Human Behavior and How to Effecti

"A fully revised and expanded edition of the runaway bestseller, Surrounded by Idiots—now with more: Content • Examples • Snark! Master the four basic behavior types and change the way you communicate! Do you ever think you’re the only one making any sense? Or tried to reason with your partner with disastrous results? Do long, rambling answers drive you crazy? You are not alone. After a disastrous meeting with a highly successful entrepreneur, who was genuinely convinced he was ‘surrounded by idiots,’ communication expert and bestselling author Thomas Erikson dedicated himself to understanding how people function and why we often struggle to connect with certain personality types. Erikson’s simple yet ground-breaking techniques will help you understand yourself better, hone communication and social skills, handle conflict with confidence, improve dynamics with your boss and team, and get the best out of the people you deal with and manage. At a moment in time when understanding one another is more important than ever, Thomas Erikson revisits his most popular title, offering an updated and expanded edition that will make you a master of communication. A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press Essentials"

Thomas Erikson (Author), David John (Narrator)

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The Integrative Mindset: Pathways to Practicing as a Christian Clinician

"Discover the profound impact of integrating faith and psychology with The Integrative Mindset. Guided by the wisdom of veteran integrative clinicians Brad Strawn and Earl Bland, listeners will learn how to cultivate an integrative mindset that harmonizes personal experiences and innate talents with therapeutic practice. Using their combined sixty+ years of combined experience, Strawn, and Bland, present a compelling emergent model that celebrates the unique and dynamic complexity of each therapist-client relationship. Through the exploration of five key domains—hermeneutics, tradition, ethics, development, and resiliency—The Integrative Mindset offers a rich tapestry of case studies and reflective questions designed to spark introspection and dialogue. By weaving together the threads of faith and psychology, The Integrative Mindset challenges mental health practitioners to rethink conventional approaches and embrace a more holistic, nuanced practice."

Brad D. Strawn, Earl D. Bland (Author), Brandon Pollock (Narrator)

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Evil at Our Table: Inside the Minds of the Monsters Who Live Among Us

"Once inside the prison system, how can a pathological, sexual sadist who needs to be confined to a mental institution, be distinguished from the perpetrator of a sexual crime who is unlikely to ever transgress again? And who can say? Working under California's Sexually Violent Predator Law, Samantha Stein, PsyD, faces such offenders alone, one by one, in a prison interview room. As a forensic psychologist, her high-stakes decisions can determine the difference between a life lived back in society or one condemned to indefinite incarceration. Dr. Stein opens her mind to her subjects' life stories—their crimes, their grim pathologies, their frustrations and demons, their childhoods, their sociopathic reasoning, and often, too, their genuine and civilized regret. She doesn't hesitate to hold them accountable, but she acknowledges their humanity. Part forensics, part exploration of human nature, Evil at Our Table is the first in-depth account by a treatment provider and evaluator in the field. In this important book, Dr. Stein investigates salient issues of our time: the intersection of good and evil, crime, punishment, law, and psychology, and our very humanity."

Samantha Stein, Psy.D. (Author), Patricia Burgos (Narrator)

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