John Sawkins

Hope Street Madness Defeated John Sawkins

"Mental ill health has finally come out of the umbrella of madness and can now be seen for what it really is; a perfectly normal part of life." James Gerard McGinley - BA Journalism Hope Street is a new book that focuses on lived experiences, coping mechanisms, endurance, hope and recovery in the world of mental ill health. Hope Street takes readers on an inspiring global journey, giving an insight into different mental health environments. The book focuses on five individuals who have experienced mental ill health and are now in recovery. Most hold down full time jobs, are engaged in meaningful activities and are stronger as a result of their experiences. More and more people around the world are coming to live on Hope Street; hence taking the first steps towards recovery. The stories, contacts, and research in this book have shown that recovery is now possible. The writers involved in this book have bravely come forward to inspire others. Their message is simple: "There is always Hope."