This book is based on my lived experience with mental health as it relates to my son who has schizophrenia, and is not meant to verify any mental health diagnosis. This has been written for all those who have been touched by the cruel, debilitating disease schizophrenia. Unfortunately, one of the caveats of schizophrenia is that many; approximately 50-60% of those with this disease are not aware they are sick. This condition is known as anosognosia. Without this awareness, many with this disease are reluctant to seek or engage in treatment that is necessary for any type of stability or recovery. It has also been written for those who may wonder what having schizophrenia is like, as it covers many but not all of the symptoms one with the disease may have. Those of us who are dealing with the disease either directly or indirectly would love the rest of the world to not just understand, but to empathize with the day to day difficulties and hurdles those with schizophrenia have to endure. Please keep in mind, schizophrenia is an equal opportunity destroyer of lives, as it does not recognize race, religion or economic status. IT CAN HAPPEN TO ANYONE! Additionally, contrary to popular belief, schizophrenia does not happen to bad people or people who have brought it upon themselves. It is not a result of inadequate parenting, or drug abuse. These are all myths and stigmas that continue to fuel discrimination. If you are a caregiver of someone with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI), focus on building trust with the person you are caring for. That being said, this workbook/tool can be used alone, or in combination with other treatments as a helpful aid. Please remember anosognosia is a neurological deficit, not a choice or form of denial. About the author I am a retired teacher who has raised 3 grown adults. Two are college graduates who are happy, healthy and thriving. My youngest son has been suffering with schizophrenia since he was 17 years old. He is now 30 years old. I have been through every avenue of our severely broken mental health system, which does offer a combination of treatments for anosognosia, but is limited in their ability to help. In writing this book, I am advocating for people like my son who have this debilitating illness. I am hoping this book becomes a small part of the self-help bridge that allows those who are suffering to gain insight into their possible illness. Only from there can they begin to heal, recover and become their best selves.