The Backpack

Key Selling Points:An inspirational story of how one can come back from anything: Author Brandon Hultink was wounded, paralyzed, addicted, depressed, and suicidal, but he managed to survive and thrive.Urgently needed examination of mental health issues among police officers, a national crisis that is never addressed.Unusually honest account of personal suffering: Readers looking for personal guidance can relate to Hultink's frank account of his darkest moments.Important messages about suicide prevention and mental health treatment.Audience:Inspirational readersSelf-help readersReaders interested in social issues related to police work.Readers interested in personal and social problems related to depression and addiction.