The Other I

About the Book

TherapeuticLies: A Love Story of a Dementia Care Partner

‘Therapeutic Lies’ is a powerful, emotionally evocative and unique and  a valuable true story demonstrating remarkable resilience. It is a timely and highly valuable contribution in light of rapidly rising dementia and the lack of literature written from lived experience.

A continuation of the award-winning memoir ‘The Other I’ — which was showcased at the 75th annual Festival in Frankfurt, Germany (2023) — this book is drawn from the author’s own journey as a care partner to her highly qualified husband, a Doctor of Microbiology, as he gradually descends into memory loss.

Dementia is considered a disease for two, often resulting in Care Provider Fatigue Syndrome. Through this lens, the book serves as an essential handbook for families, care partners, and professionals.

Adding significant value, the narrative is enriched with brief research related to specific symptoms. As there is no cure yet, this book could be research material for professionals, providing vital clinical context alongside lived experience.

With deep compassion, Zohra offers practical advice and effective escape strategies, weaving together humour, creativity, music, art, and meditation to show the quiet courage of love amidst memory loss.

Endorsed by the Alzheimer’s  Society Peel with a Foreword, the material has been authenticated by two professionals in the field, including a senior Geriatrics Specialist, giving it both clinical credibility and heartfelt authenticity.

The book cover itself beautifully captures the entire theme — a poignant image of watchful love and distant memory held together by a light of hope.

The author is a celebrated literary voice and winner of the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award by the Mississauga Arts Council (Greater Toronto, Canada), presented by the Mayor. Her successful book launch on June 7, 2026 at the World Life Education Centre, Oakville was house-full.

A book in high demand, ‘Therapeutic Lies’ is more than a memoir; it is a guide, a companion, and a testament to love that endures when memories fade.

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