In her first book, On the Front Line with the Women Who Fight Back, Stacey draws on her encounters with these brave and wonderful women, using their experiences as a vehicle to explore issues at the centre of female experience.
Every week, 1 in 10 young people in the UK experiences symptoms of a common mental health problem, such as anxiety or depression, and 1 in 5 have considered taking their own life at some point. In this book, Stacey Dooley opens up the conversation about mental health in young people, to challenge the stigma and stereotypes around it. Working in collaboration with mental health experts and charities, Stacey talks to young people across the UK directly affected by mental health issues, and helps tell their stories responsibly, in order to shine a light on life on the mental health frontline and give a voice to young people throughout the UK who are living with mental health conditions across the spectrum. As well as hearing about their experiences directly, Stacey speaks to medical experts, counsellors, campaigners and health practitioners who can give detailed insights into the conditions profiled and explore the environmental factors that play a part - including poverty, addiction, identity, pressures of social media and the impact of Covid-19.
Exploring the diverse experiences of motherhood, Stacey Dooley uses heartfelt letters from mothers to their children as a foundation for her inquiry. Through her empathetic lens, she examines the emotional complexities of pregnancy, birth, and parenting, highlighting the commonalities and unique challenges faced by women worldwide. The book delves into themes of selflessness, resilience, and the profound love that connects mothers across cultures, offering a moving portrayal of the multifaceted journey of motherhood.