Terry Garahan
Author, Social Worker, & Mental Health Advocate
Terry Garahan gained national acclaim for his pioneering work uniting law enforcement and mental health, featured in the New York Times and 60 Minutes II. Beginning his career working in an orphanage, he later developed innovative programs for mental health patients and substance abuse treatment. He collaborated with law enforcement, becoming an FBI-trained Hostage Negotiator and co-founding negotiation and SWAT teams. He aided 9/11 survivors and educated at Ithaca College. Holding degrees from SUNY Brockport and Norfolk State University, Garahan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Author
An accomplished author renowned for his insightful writings on the intersection of law enforcement and mental health cooperation, a subject he has pioneered and extensively researched. His work not only showcases his innovative ideas but also underscores his deep commitment to improving crisis intervention and community reintegration for those with mental illnesses.
Social Worker
A dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has channeled his extensive experience into transforming the lives of individuals with mental health challenges. Through innovative programs and collaborations with law enforcement, he has exemplified a profound commitment to fostering understanding, resilience, and effective support for those in need.
Advocate
A passionate mental health advocate, particularly for individuals grappling with schizophrenia. His impactful initiatives and programs underscore his dedication to promoting community integration, destigmatizing the condition, and enhancing the overall quality of life for those affected by schizophrenia.
WHEN TRUTH LIES: A JOURNEY WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA
THE FIRST REAL NOVEL ABOUT SCHIZOPHRENIA It is 1967. Kevin has just graduated from high school in the university town of Laketon, New York. People dressed in red are after him and his truck starts laughing at him. Then the Satan bugs arrive. Even these events don’t stop him from falling in love. Kevin’s journey with schizophrenia takes him through some of America’s most turbulent and exciting times, from anti-war rallies and communes to cross-country road trips and Woodstock. In state hospitals and homeless in New York City, Kevin has the experiences that define a generation of the mentally ill. Kevin is a hero, fighting demons that inhabit his world—a world that is unknown to the rest of us. His family joins him, overwhelmed and misunderstood by the professionals that are supposed to help them. Have you ever seen a mentally ill man on the street talking to himself and wondered what he is thinking, what he is like, what is his story? You will know after reading this book. PRAISE FOR WHEN TRUTH LIES “[Garahan] writes clearly and well, and the subject is certainly appealing.” – Dr. E. Fuller Torrey, author of Surviving Schizophrenia and The Insanity Offense “An evocative story, strongly written, and the reader can relate to Kevin – no small task.” – Cara Hoffman, author of So Much Pretty
