Mindstorms: The Complete Guide for Families Living with Traumatic Brain Injury

by Lee Woodruff and John W. Cassidy

Book Overview

If your loved one has experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you know that its effects can be devastating and often difficult to understand. It may feel as if your world has shifted on its axis, and you'll never get your bearings. Navigating your way through the morass of doctors, medical terms, and the healthcare system can be daunting, especially when you want only what's best for the person you love. Dr. John Cassidy has devoted the past twenty-five...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0738212474
• ISBN13: 9780738212470
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.9" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

Traumatic Brain Injury

My daughter suffered a traumatic brain injury last September. She has made tremendous progress since then however, there are still many issues she is faced with. Her courage and determination is astounding. Mindstorms is informative, well written, and yes, encouraging. The author goes into the many facets of brain injury in simple language. He explains the hardships that the patient endures to reach his or her greatest potential. The author brings understanding to the lay person and care giver from the medical and patient perspective. For those whose loved ones or friends have gone through traumatic brain injury this book gives great insight into the issues involved with TBI.