“Stories of human behavior at its most extreme….With humor, compassion, empathy, and insight, Small searches for and finds the humanity that lies hidden under even the most bizarre symptoms.”—Daniel H. Pink, author of Drive and A Whole New MindA psychiatrist’s stories of his most bizarre cases, The Naked Lady Who Stood on Her Head by Gary Small, M.D., and Gigi Vorgan—co-authors of The Memory Bible Gigi Vorgan—co-authors of The Memory Bible—offers a fascinating and highly entertaining look into the peculiarities of the human mind. In the vein of The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, Awakenings, and the other bestselling works of Oliver Sacks, The Naked Lady Who Stood on Her Head surprises, enthralls, and illuminates as it focuses on medical mysteries that would stump and amaze the brilliant brains on House, M.D.
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How can I pass up a book with a title The Naked Lady Who Stood on Her Head by Gary Small, M.D., and Gigi Vorgan? The letters M.D. give me some assurance I hadn’t landed on a weird porn site and I really wanted to see what was behind this title. Then I encountered my second problem. The subtitle tells me these are anecdotes, cases, or stories by a …
This book is the psychiatrist’s version of All Creatures Great and Small. If you’re interested in catching a glimpse of the practice of psychiatry, with real cases as examples, you’ll like this book. It’s very readable and very interesting. I wouldn’t call it a page-turner in the sense that I couldn’t put it down, but I found myself picking it up …
Each chapter was a different case. i enjoyed this easy- read. Each chapter was a short story.
Very interesting stories about real physchological events.
Really enjoyed the explanations of conditions. Made me feel like I was learning something. An easy and enjoyable read.
Very interesting story about a psychiatrist account of some of his very interesting cases. I recommend it.
People do the strangest things and this author shares some reasons why. Very interesting!
Well defined character development, diagnostic work up and entertaining
Funny but enlightening
Very interesting page-turner.
Review of some fascinating case by a psychiatrist. Presents a glimps into the thought processes of a medical specialty that deals with thought processes. Well written and interesting without getting into the depths of mental health care.
The writing wasn’t the strongest–it seemed like time transitions all included describing the author’s bigger/better office and his new view from the office. That being said, I did find it interesting to read an insider’s view of psychiatry and how he feels the field has changed since he began practicing. If you have an interest in mental …
Informational without being dry.
Very entertaining plus it gives you a lot of insights into psychiatry.
I almost didn’t order this book, but I’m so glad I did. I learned a little about psychology and how the mind and body works This book was written in a witty way so that lay people could understand; I liked the way each chapter was about a different patient. I would highly recommend this book to anyone.
Fantastic journey for Dr. Small and his patients.
Though some parts of this book were dry, other parts impacted me deeply. Contained many ideas that really got me thinking. Some things were discussed from a different perspective than that of the DSM (psychological diagnostic manual). A very good read.
Fascinating book that discusses experiences the author has had with psychiatric patients he’s treated.
As a psychotherapist I thought this book was hilarious and right on. Actually helped me make a diagnosis. So funny and true. Wish there was a # 2
I just graduated last month with my Masters in Mental Health, so the timing was perfect. The cases were as interesting for a lay person as a professional. The way the author wove in his personal journey showed the human side of a doctor. I found the book inspiring and hopeful.