Living Within The Grey- a memoir
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Last published Tue, Jan 10, 2017
Unapologetic and 98% totally true, this is the story of the author' s time attending the first year of University as a totally anxious + totally depressed person seeking respect, understanding, and a new perspective on the otherwise brutal and harsh realities of life. Dedicated to all those with mental health disorders and the tiny, yet welcoming a-spectrum community.
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