Hidden Valley Road

In "Hidden Valley Road," bestselling author Robert Kolker recounts the compelling journey of the Galvin family, who appeared to embody the American dream while grappling with the profound challenges of mental illness. With six of their twelve children diagnosed with schizophrenia, the family's experiences provided crucial insights for scientific research into the disease, becoming one of the first subjects studied by the National Institute of Mental Health. Kolker's narrative intricately weaves a tale of psychological struggles, family dynamics, and the evolving understanding of mental health, shedding light on the complexities of schizophrenia and its impact on generations.