Rock n’ Roll Canine
Abstract
This author was diagnosed with bipolar I disorder when young. His poignant account here describes two major breakthroughs in his life that changed it forever. The first was the gift of an electric guitar. The second was meeting Stella—the companion who offered him unconditional love, and shared communication through his music. His heartfelt account demonstrates how you can find a way forward when you “believe in yourself the way those who love you the most see you.” He offers a touching musical tribute, called Grief, to mark Stella’s passing.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Human-Animal Interaction Studies
Autobiographical and Biographical Writing
Music Therapy and Health
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The Journal of Humanities in Rehabilitation
- Issue
- Spring
- Publication date
- 27 January 2026