Books like Because we are bad by Lily Bailey
Lily Bailey’s biography offers a candid look at how obsessive‑compulsive disorder shaped her personal and professional life in Great Britain. In the book she reflects on her experiences as a patient and as a journalist, sharing the challenges of living with a severe mental health condition while pursuing a career in modeling. The narrative provides insight into the daily realities of obsessive‑compulsive disorder and its impact on relationships and career choices.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Memoir/Personal Memoir
Authors: Lily Bailey
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