Between Two Worlds by Dr Ellen Bassuk - ISBN: 9798881842536
Hardcover
A mother and son’s fight for healing in a broken mental healthcare system.
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Between Two Worlds

A Psychiatrist and Her Son’s Quest for Compassionate Mental Health Care

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  • Hardcover

    232 pages

  • Release Date

    19 February 2026

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Summary

For four decades, Ellen Bassuk has navigated the worlds of psychiatry, advocacy, and motherhood—shaped by her son Daniel Schoonover’s lifelong struggle with mental illness, especially schizophrenia. Between Two Worlds is their deeply personal and captivating memoir, chronicling Daniel’s journey through a broken health care system that often fails those who are different, and the consequent parenting challenges.

From early childhood, Daniel’s developmental milestones were unus…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9798881842536
Author:Dr Ellen Bassuk, Daniel Schoonover
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint:Bloomsbury Academic
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:232
Release Date:19 February 2026
Weight:480g
Dimensions:20mm x 158mm x 230mm
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Between Two Worlds by Dr Ellen Bassuk - ISBN: 9798881842536
158 × 230 mm
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About The Author

Dr Ellen Bassuk

Ellen Bassuk, MD is a psychiatrist, researcher, clinician, and advocate. With a career spanning five decades, Dr. Bassuk has made significant contributions to the understanding and treatment of mental health, particularly in the context of homelessness and vulnerable populations, especially families and children. She previously served as associate professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School for almost four decades. Dr. Bassuk founded the National Center on Family Homelessness in 1988, and later C4 Innovations. She has written more than 150 peer reviewed articles, monographs, and books. An American Psychiatric Association Distinguished Life Fellow, her work has garnered recognition and awards, including an honorary doctorate in public service from Northeastern University, the Blanche F. Ittleson Award for the Promotion of Children’s Mental Health, and the American Psychological Association Distinguished Contribution to Child Advocacy Award.

Daniel Schoonover is a devoted animal lover and volunteer, committed to supporting overlooked creatures and communities. With hands-on experience in herpetology and marine life care—including work at the Woods Hole Science Aquarium and the MSPCA—he has spent much of his life nurturing the world. Currently studying at the Boston University Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Daniel is deepening his knowledge of spirituality, recovery, and wellness while continuing his exploration of herpetology. He also volunteers at a food back, plays electric guitar, and practices martial arts. Whether caring for animals or helping others, Daniel is dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

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