Memoirs
When one is searching for health information, the usual suspects come to mind–books, encyclopedias and magazines. The latest research is available in journal articles which can be found in the library's databases, Health Reference Center Academic and Health and Wellness Resource Center. Health information can also be found in eBooks and eAudiobooks in Overdrive or Hoopla, and eMagazines in Zinio.
The Virtual Reference Library lists recommended health websites, which includes organizations and associations. Associations, such as the Canadian Cancer Society, provide factual health information, the latest research on a disease or condition and support groups for patients or their family members. If there isn't a local support group, an option might be to join an online forum where patients can post questions and share their experiences. Another option is health-related memoirs.
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Reading about someone's experiences in dealing with a health condition might provide some coping techniques or solace that one is not alone in their situation or feelings. One of my favourite books as a teenager (because it was such an inspirational read) was The Other Side of the Mountain, the memoir of Jill Kinmont, a skiing champion who became a quadriplegic after a terrible fall. The library has the eVideo of the film based on her story.
Here are a few health-related memoirs you might enjoy:
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3 thoughts on “Memoirs”
Awesome post Cathy! Memoirs…what an interesting approach to learning more about different conditions and coping with them.
Nice!
Hi YK and Kait–glad you enjoyed the post!