{"product_id":"nightbird-9781965784129","title":"Nightbird","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNightbird, \u003c\/strong\u003eby Shavaun Scott's profoundly intimate memoir that charts one woman's perilous journey through a childhood steeped in religious guilt, suffocating family dynamics, and an industrial hometown where \"breathing was dangerous\"\u003cstrong\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003eamid cycles of abuse, gaslighting, and heartbreak she, fights to hold onto her sense of self-until a \u003cstrong\u003ehaunting moment where the man she has loved leaves her with a devastating goodbye\u003c\/strong\u003e, casting blame at her feet. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScott takes us through\u003cstrong\u003e the turbulence of a life shaped by deep-rooted superstition, fundamentalist religion, and crushing grief.\u003c\/strong\u003e Themes of mental illness and \u003cstrong\u003eintimate partner abuse\u003c\/strong\u003e are explored with \u003cstrong\u003eunflinching honesty\u003c\/strong\u003e. Scott sheds light on this poorly understood topics, on the aggressive nature of \u003cstrong\u003ea subtype of suicide \u003c\/strong\u003eassociated with\u003cstrong\u003e domestic violence\u003c\/strong\u003e. She show us the motivations behind\u003cstrong\u003e revenge suicide, \u003c\/strong\u003e and the process of recover from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePropelled by a fierce will to understand the human mind, Shavaun discovers psychology as both salvation and profession. As she transitions from a frightened, isolated child to a crisis intervention therapist, she bears witness to the complicated truths behind mental illness and the limits of therapy. \u003cstrong\u003eNightbird\u003c\/strong\u003e is her raw testament: a testament to survival, the power of community, and the liberation that comes from naming our shadows and breaking free of self-destructive bonds. Visceral, unflinching, and ultimately hopeful, \u003cstrong\u003eNightbird\u003c\/strong\u003e reminds us that healing is possible-even after standing on the edge of our darkest fears as she paints a poignant portrait that sheds a bright light on intimate partner abuse leading to revenge suicide, grief, and the hard-won transformation of self-recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eScott, Shavaun:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Shavaun Scott is a licensed psychotherapist, author, and speaker with over three decades of experience in the field of mental health. She specializes in trauma recovery, the treatment of anxiety and depression, and the exploration of the psychological aspects of violence and criminal behavior. In addition to her work as a therapist, Shavaun is a passionate advocate for mental health education, frequently lecturing and writing on topics related to emotional wellness, trauma, and the societal impact of violent crime. Shavaun's writing blends her deep knowledge of psychology with a compassionate, accessible style that resonates with a wide audience. Her publications include articles, essays, and books that explore complex mental health issues, offering insights into the ways individuals can overcome adversity.","brand":"Pierian Springs Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51324876128530,"sku":"9781965784129","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_ab8db24a-7b86-4d00-b6d1-b780e789de47.jpg?v=1748705548","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/nightbird-9781965784129","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}