Graphic novels and comics
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Anxiety is Really Strange
Steve Haines, illustrated by Sophie Standing
The science behind anxiety is explained in this engaging and highly original graphic medicine book, with in-depth analysis of where anxiety comes from, what it means for your body, and how to turn it into something positive. The artwork simply and humorously depicts how to alleviate anxiety and take control of its negative symptoms. Learn More2018, Hardback, 9.13in x 6.97in / 232mm x 177mm, 40pp, $17.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-407-62018, Paperback / softback, 8.82in x 6.97in / 224mm x 177mm, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-389-52018, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-345-3 -
Pain is Really Strange
Steve Haines. Art by Sophie Standing.
Understanding pain is a very good way of relieving it. This engaging, funny, and highly original research-based graphic book explains the nature of pain and how you can effectively relieve pain by changing your mind's habits. Learn More2017, Hardback, 9.33in x 6.97in / 237mm x 177mm, 40pp, $17.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-366-62015, Paperback / softback, 8.90in x 6.54in / 226mm x 166mm, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-264-52015, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-212-8 -
The Yellow Monkey Emperor’s Classic of Chinese Medicine
Damo Mitchell and Spencer Hill. Artwork by Spencer Hill.
Learn and remember the syndromes of Chinese medicine, their causes, symptoms and treatment protocols with these witty cartoons, rich with Daoist in-jokes. Each cartoon tells the story of an animal seeking diagnosis from a wise animal sage and is accompanied by a concise, clear analysis of the associated syndrome. Learn More2016, 272pp -
Embroidered Cancer Comic
Sima Elizabeth Shefrin
Decreased libido is a common effect of cancer treatment, but it can be awkward to talk about and it is often brushed under the carpet. Elizabeth Shefrin doesn't shy away from this most intimate of topics, and in this embroidered comic she shares with gentle humour how her husband's cancer treatment affected their sex life. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 9.06in x 6.65in / 230mm x 169mm, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-289-82016, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-237-1 -
Trauma is Really Strange
Steve Haines. Art by Sophie Standing.
Revealing the strange nature of trauma and exploring how trauma resolution involves changing the body's physiology, this engaging comic explains the science of trauma in easy-to-understand terms. With a positive emphasis on human resilience, it encourages better understanding of trauma and describes some simple Trauma Releasing Exercises. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.90in x 6.54in / 226mm x 166mm, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-293-52015, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-240-1 -
When Anxiety Attacks
Terian Koscik
Terian Koscik describes in graphic form her grapples with anxiety, and how seeking help through a therapist allowed her to come to terms with her anxious feelings. Funny and daringly honest, it will strike a chord with anyone who has been affected by anxiety. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 0.87in x 0.87in / 22mm x 22mm, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-284-32015, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-232-6 -
Pain is Really Strange
Steve Haines. Art by Sophie Standing.
Understanding pain is a very good way of relieving it. This engaging, funny, and highly original research-based graphic book explains the nature of pain and how you can effectively relieve pain by changing your mind's habits. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.90in x 6.54in / 226mm x 166mm, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-264-52015, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-212-8