Lillian B. Rubin (1924–2014)

This book looks at the problems and attitudes toward the elderly that are pervasive in our culture. I found that many of the observations reflected my uncomfortable feelings very well, unfortunately. I am in this demographic, being 66 now, and will be facing more and more of these problems in the years to come. The author did not suggest remedies to these issues and the book did not end on an upbeat note. However, the insights might be helpful to others in that one can recognize that they show more are not alone. show less

this is my fourth read for the something about me challenge. i really enjoyed this book. lillian is a therapist. the first chapter she describes in depth the practice of therapy, what it's based on, what they teach, what they don't teach. she also describes what it was like once she officially had her license and had her first appointment. i was right there with her feeling her anxiety and trepidation and self-doubt. the following six chapters are separate accounts of specific patients. i show more really liked the way she described the journey she took with each one. you know how it started, where they went and how it ended. there was resolution and follow-up. i always want to know what happens after.

i really appreciated her struggles and her honesty. all in all it was a great book. if you want to know what it's like on the other side of the couch then this is a must-read. show less

A therapist turning 75 writes about her difficult relationship with her horrible mother, who has just died, and her very positive relationships with her daughter and husband. Very interesting and well-written and reflective.

Verslag van een onderzoek naar de moeilijkheden en mogelijkheden van de gehuwde vrouw in de middenfase van het leven.