Searching for Serotonin

Despite achieving a life of success after surviving a childhood of trauma and adversity, a recently admitted psychiatric patient contemplates the meaning of happiness when her battle with her mental illness reaches a climax.
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Double Award Winner in the Spring 2023 Bookfest Award: 3rd Place in Book Cover - Illustration & 3rd Place in Nonfiction for Self-Help & Transformation
5 Star Readers' Favorite Review
Literary Titan Book Award
2023 Finalist Page Turner Award "A compelling and often brutally honest insight into the author's mental health, how it developed, and how she discovered happiness."
The Wishing Shelf "As she reflects on her journey towards recovery, Mali offers valuable insights into what it takes to heal from childhood trauma, and how one can learn to find happiness in spite of adversity."
Books that Make You "Mali Millie's Searching for Serotonin is a powerful and thought-provoking memoir that chronicles a life faced with childhood adversity. It is an inspiring read, especially for those who have experienced childhood trauma. It is written in the first-person perspective, making it an intimate and compelling read. Citing statistics that reveal the high number of people with adverse childhood experiences, the story is timely and relevant. Millie's writing style is engaging, and her honesty shines through. This story stands out because it offers hope for people with mental illness by inspiring them to seek professional help. Ultimately, it shows that experiencing childhood trauma and having a mental illness should not stop one from pursuing a better life. It is highly recommended."
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