Review of Teetering On A Tightrope

[Sky Revews]

Teetering on a Tightrope ultimately delivers a message of hope and resilience. Wilson's journey demonstrates the possibility of living a fulfilling life with bipolar disorder through proper management and self-care.

[Maede]

It's a good story of innocent people with mental issues. But it was just too dark and heavy.

[Elizabeth-Tush4Christ]

This book is definitely a great read, and I am already looking forward to diving into it. My interest is piqued not only because any book on mental health grabs my attention but also because the author shares his personal experiences with sexual assault and how he navigated life afterward. Often, it is a common belief that women are more frequently sexually assaulted, and many people find it difficult to acknowledge that men can also be victims of sexual assault and live with the trauma. This book sheds light on that reality, providing a much-needed perspective on the experiences of male survivors. Thank you for the review. Congratulations to the author.

[Haleema Jalil]

The review is quite interesting and informative . It encourages readers to read the book . In review, issues that are discussed in the novel are already mentioned. That's why it would be easy for readers to search out this book , if they want to read about child abuse and sexual exploitation.

[Harty Muli]

I like the book's focus on mental health and specifically bipolar disorder. It's traumatizing to read what the author was forced to go through as a nine-year-old. Thanks for the review.

[Martina Sette]

This book is a compelling memoir that explores his lifelong struggle with bipolar disorder, familial mental health, and societal changes, offering insightful reflections. Congrats!

[Kelvin Suraj]

Steven W. Wilson's memoir "Teetering on a Tightrope: My Bipolar Journey" recounts his lifelong battle with bipolar disorder, exploring its impact on his family and his own struggles. Wilson's candid narrative is intertwined with societal and historical context, offering insight into his experiences. While engaging, the book's predominant somber tone left me feeling subdued upon completion.
Great review

[Goodness Kene]

Are mental disorders hereditary? I'd like to know. I can only imagine what the author has been through mentally from this review. Any book about mental health is definitely my thing! Nice review.

[Ankitg Yadav]

By sharing his story, Wilson empowers readers facing similar struggles. They can find solace in knowing they are not alone and gain strength from Wilson's experience of overcoming challenges and living with bipolar disorder.

[Abiodunakinola]

The author's memoir delves into the complex interplay between personal trauma and inherited mental health struggles within his family. It prompts reflection on the broader question of whether conditions like bipolar disorder can be passed down through our DNA, adding a layer of depth to the narrative. Nice review.

[KiranJain0112]

Insightful memoir on lifelong bipolar struggle, exploring family history's role. Clear prose, societal context, though somber tone predominates. Deducted one star for lack of balance.So, thanks for reviewing this book.

[Shanesha Sammerson]

Thank you for your thoughtful review of "Teetering on a Tightrope: My Bipolar Journey." I'm glad you found the narrative compelling and appreciated the honesty in the story. Your feedback about including more of the positive moments is valuable and something the author should consider for future writings. I hope this memoir helps others understand the complexities of living with bipolar disorder.

[Kibet Hillary]

It is saddening that we have people with sane minds who can sexually abuse minors, even to this current age and time. The question on the possible hereditary transmission of mental health illness is an interesting one, but I think this might not be the case. I look forward to reading the author's story.
Many thanks for this amazing review.

[Leona Buramu]

Teetering on a tight rope is an emotional memoir by Steve Wilson. While reading it I fell into many emotional roller-coasters. I was forced to imagine how a nine year old boy was forced to see the world in such a tragic way, how his beautiful and joyful view of the world turned dark. It helps people to understand how living with bipolar poses threats to one's life and those around. The author is not ashamed to engage the readers especially when explaining his hatred for his father, his suicidal thoughts , his assault etc. The author gives us a description his surroundings, and the changes within the environment he was in to help the readers understand and relate to what was happening.
This books was quite educational for me because it explained issues that society does not stress upon, issues that are overlooked as unimportant or fictional. The question of whether mental illness is hereditary is also raised in the memoir and this helps researchers or those interested to look into.

[lim mamanto]

The author was sexually abused by a stranger in the restroom of his local cinema, and his life changed. He had his first episode of depression in his fourth-grade year. From that point on, his life was a constant battle with poor mental health. He was diagnosed with type 2 bipolar disorder as an adult. This is the memoir of a seventy-three-year-old man looking back at his struggles with the illness and the impact it has had on his life. Later, it becomes clear that poor mental health is deeply ingrained in his family. The book discusses sexual relationships and issues arising from poor mental health, including suicide ideation. The reviewer recommends it to adults who have an interest in learning more about bipolar disorder.

I wonder why the author did not write his memoir when he's younger and whether his illness still had a strong effect on him at the time he wrote this.