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William McGregor Paterson
William first started showing signs that something might not be quite right at age eight but it was not until his early 20’s that something was noticeable that would need attention. He gradually de...view moreWilliam first started showing signs that something might not be quite right at age eight but it was not until his early 20’s that something was noticeable that would need attention. He gradually deteriorated until by age 25 he was admitted into the mental health system with a diagnosis of schizophrenia. The attending doctors did not offer much hope but William was determined that he would still have a better life. He traveled extensively in western Canada in those early days before settling back in his home province of Ontario. His search for a better life led him to experience some amazing events which he has written about in this book. Today William resides as a single man close to his siblings where he does volunteer assignments of speaking to various interest groups about his lived experience with a serious mental illness…including high schools, police training schools, hospital staff and senior groups. He has also written articles on the subject of “recovery” for a local newspaper. He is reasonably content with a solid support network and a good medical staff that helps him maintain a high level of wellness after 35+ years of enduring up with this illness. He is a class role model today for some of his peers.view less