Stroke and Brain Injury Unraveled: Prevention, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Recovery and Rehabilitation of One of the Most Debilitating Maladies You Hope You Never Have in Your Lifetime Paperback – September 11, 2015

At the beginning of my childhood, my grandmother suffered a massive stroke which changed her life completely. For the next 15 years, my family (namely my grandfather) had to constantly supervise and take care of her, a huge change from the level of independence she enjoyed prior to her stroke. My grandfather endured immense emotional suffering in order to give my grandmother a happy life, something that I will always respect and remember him for.I chose to read this book because I wanted to prevent this misfortune from befalling myself and my family. Mr. Thaploo's book contains a wealth of information regarding the specifics of combating risk factors, recognizing symptoms, and choosing the proper medical tests to achieve the greatest possible chance of avoiding stroke both earlier and later in life. Perhaps the most unique topic of the book is that of "mini" or "warning strokes" called Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA). When we think of strokes, we usually think of them as a life threatening or life changing event. The danger of these smaller strokes is that they are often unnoticed, with their effects attributed towards absentmindedness, lack of sleep, or other factors. It is important to recognize if you have had a TIA so that you may take action to prevent further damage to your health, and the book provides a brief guide and checklist to help you determine the chance that you have had a TIA already.I recommend Mr. Thaploo's book for anyone who seeks to protect themselves and their families from the aftereffects of a stroke.

This book covers a lot of ground: from risks, stroke signs, what to do when someone has a stroke, minor strokes, major strokes, how to deal with stroke effects. The book is well written, the terminology is easy to understand for a non-medical professional, and it is written with compassion.Ali Julia review

I received this book a few weeks ago, and all I can say Arun Thaploo Thank You. I am a stroke survivor who hasn't gotten quality medical care. I habe has to read and educate myself! My speech therapist (a truly wonderful and competent professional) explained my stroke in medical terms - not any DOCTOR. Without that basic information, I don't know where I would be. This book, wish I had found it sooner, gave me further clarification and understanding to speak and demand the care I need. Thank You Thank You Thank you

I never suspected how much my stroke affected my family. I never realized that my stroke wasn't mine alone. I was confined to a bed but I wasn't the only oneThank you for writing the book. It help us understand the family's suffering because of our stroke

Very basic...I was expecting more in depth content.

This is an outstanding book on strokes. It is written so that anyone can understand the information that is being provided.

This book is such a blessing to me. It has helped me understand and learn more about the brain. I highly recommend it.

Very good book!