Roberts, WI Author Publishes Psychological Book

"Am I More Than You Bargained for Yet?", a new book by Alexander McLeod, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

Moving beyond clinical jargon, McLeod draws on his background as a former juvenile corrections officer to provide an unsettling yet empathetic window into the chaotic reality of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).

Unlike standard psychological texts that categorize symptoms in isolation, McLeod utilizes a unique blend of fiction and clinical psychology to track the developmental evolution of BPD across a lifespan. The book challenges the industry's tendency to let a diagnosis overshadow the complex, multifaceted lives of those living with emotional dysregulation.

When BPD is the focus, the negative realities often take precedence due to clinical necessity. His goal is to ensure the person remains seen, even in their darkest and most complicated moments.

Key Features of the Book Include:

Life-Course Portrayals: A deep dive into how BPD symptoms shift and take shape from youth through adulthood.

Hybrid Storytelling: A narrative approach that combines raw, fictionalized client experiences with professional clinical insight.

Counter-Cultural Perspective: Insight from a therapist who identifies as "violently mindful," blending a punk-rock ethos with compassionate accountability.

About the Author
Alexander McLeod is a licensed psychotherapist and adjunct professor specializing in BPD, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, and complex trauma. Recognized on the cover of IMPAAKT Magazine as one of the Most Influential Mental Health Leaders of 2024, he brings over a decade of experience in human services and correctional settings to his work. A former martial artist and musician, McLeod is known for his honest, humorous, and unconventional approach to mental health.

"Am I More Than You Bargained for Yet?" is a 320-page paperback with a retail price of $22.00 (eBook $17.00). The ISBN is 979-8-89649-474-4. Published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For members of the press, to request a review copy or author interview, please visit https://bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com/pages/media-requests or to buy the book, visit our online bookstore at https://bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com/products/am-i-more-than-you-bargained-for-yet . For more information on publishing services, please visit https://www.dorrancepublishing.com/