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Book Synopsis: Growing up with undiagnosed OCD sure isn't easy, and here Pan Cooke shares his own experiences with that condition in a graphic-novel memoir that is as funny as it is powerfully candid and openhearted.
Pan Cooke is ten years old when anxious thoughts begin to take over his brain like pieces of an impossible puzzle. What if he blurts out a swear word while in church? What if he accidentally writes something mean in his classmate's get-well card? What if his friend's racy photo of a supermodel ends up in his own homework and is discovered by his teacher? More and more, he becomes hijacked by fears that can only be calmed through exhausting, time-consuming rituals.
Pan has no way of knowing that this anxiety puzzle and the stressful attempts to solve it are evidence of a condition called Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. This is his story of living with and eventually learning about OCD. Told with endearing honesty and humor, Puzzled shows the reader the importance of empathy for oneself and those going through something they don't yet understand.
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Are you ready to embark on a captivating journey through the mind of a young boy battling an invisible enemy? Puzzled: A Memoir of Growing Up with OCD is an extraordinary graphic-novel memoir that will leave you both enlightened and entertained. From the hilarious mishaps to heartfelt revelations, Pan Cooke takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions in this candid and openhearted memoir.
Imagine being constantly plagued by anxious thoughts, like pieces of an impossible puzzle. Pan's story will make you laugh, cry, and root for him as he navigates the challenges of growing up with undiagnosed OCD. Whether it's the fear of blurting out inappropriate words in church or accidentally hurting someone's feelings, Pan's experience will resonate with anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed by their own mind.
Unaware of his condition, Pan's attempts to calm his anxiety lead him to exhausting rituals that only perpetuate the cycle. It is through the lens of Puzzled that we gain a deeper understanding of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, shedding light on an often misunderstood condition. Join Pan on his journey as he unravels the puzzle that is OCD, and discovers the importance of self-empathy along the way.
Prepare to be captivated by Pan's endearing honesty and quick-witted humor. As you turn each page, you'll find yourself rooting for Pan, celebrating his victories, and empathizing with his struggles. Puzzled is not just a memoir, but a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
If you're ready to immerse yourself in a heartwarming and eye-opening memoir, look no further than Puzzled: A Memoir of Growing Up with OCD. Start your journey with Pan today by ordering your copy here.
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