In My Kete

This feature includes book reviews done by MHF staff, mental health professionals, teachers, parents, counsellors and individuals.

Overcoming borderline personality disorder: A family guide to healing and change

Book Reviews, 9 Aug 17
A guidebook that supports the families of people with BPD, with tools and techniques
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Contagious: Why things catch on

Book Reviews, 5 Jul 17
A well-researched book that explains why certain products and ideas become popular
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Presence: Bringing your boldest self to your biggest challenges

Book Reviews, 7 Jun 17
A guide to using power poses to increase confidence and authenticity
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A mindfulness guide for the frazzled

Book Reviews, 10 May 17
Comedian with a master in CBT outlines mindfulness, with practical exercises
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The book of hygge: The Danish art of living well

Book Reviews, 22 Mar 17
Simple yet engaging book on the Danish concept of cosiness and what we can learn from it for our wellbeing
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Unseen city: The majesty of pigeons, the discreet charm of snails & other wonders of the urban wilderness

Book Reviews, 22 Feb 17
Building community through taking time to observe nature in an urban environment
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Our boys: Raising strong, happy sons from boyhood to manhood

Book Reviews, 8 Feb 17
A positive, practical guide that outlines what makes boys tick and describes their development, with strategies, ideas and suggestions
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Trauma is really strange

Book Reviews, 25 Jan 17
An illustrated introduction to how trauma affects the brain and nervous system and what people can do to overcome the effects in everyday life
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Emotional agility: Get unstuck, embrace change, and thrive in work and life

Book Reviews, 21 Dec 16
Practical advice on how to make change in life
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Addiction by design: Machine gambling in Las Vegas

Book Reviews, 7 Dec 16
An investigation into the psychology of pokies or slot machines
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Mind over mood: Change how you feel by changing the way you think

Book Reviews, 7 Sep 16
Workbook for patients to learn CBT skills to treat and manage depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions
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MyPsyDiary app

Book Reviews, 31 Aug 16
Secure diary which tracks mood and wellbeing and provides support and strategies for mental health
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