Healing the Broken Brain: Leading Experts Answer 100 Questions about Stroke Recovery

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Dr. Mike Dow, best-selling author and expert on brain health, psychology, and relationships; and his brother, David, a stroke survivor; present a practical guide to stroke recovery featuring interviews with top experts and stroke. Dr. Mike Dow is a best-selling author, psychotherapist, and relationship expert. So why is he writing a book about stroke? Well, what you probably don't know about Dr. Mike is that his younger brother, David, is a stroke survivor. What's more, David's stroke happened when he was only 10 years old. This means most of Dr. Mike's teenage years were spent witnessing what his family was dealing with trying to find the best treatments for David. He struggled to know what to do to help his brother. He watched helplessly as his brother wrestled with depression, trying to find the motivation to recover on top of the challenges of adolescence. He mourned the loss of what could have been-and he was angry. How his family would have loved to sit down with top experts in stroke treatment to find out what they should be doing and have their questions answered. Now Dr. Mike has the ability to do just that, and he's doing it so that others in his family's position don't have the same struggle. Armed with questions from stroke survivors and their loved ones, Dr. Mike talks with the best clinicians to get over 100 answers you need to know to maximize your recovery.

Dr. Mike Dow is a psychotherapist, best-selling author, and relationship expert. Dr. Mike appears regularly on The Dr. Oz Show and has appeared on Rachael Ray, Wendy Williams, Anderson, Bethenny, and The Talk. He is also a contributor for the Huffington Post. He holds a master of science degree in marriage and family therapy and a doctorate in psychology.David Dow is a stroke survivor and the co-founder of Aphasia Recovery Connection, a nonprofit helping other people with aphasia. His life story of healing and recovery has been featured in People magazine.Megan Sutton is a certified speech-language pathologist who holds a master of science degree in speech-language pathology from Boston University and B.A. in linguistics from Rutgers University. She has worked passionately with adults with acquired communication disorders for over 10 years, specializing in the assessment and treatment of aphasia. Website: http://drmikedow.com/

"An insightful and comprehensive how-to guide to surviving stroke." - Mehmet Oz, M.D., professor of surgery, New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center "A groundbreaking guide for the prevention and treatment of stroke." - Daniel Amen, M.D., New York Times best-selling author of The Brain Warrior's Way "As the mother of a child who suffered a life-threatening brain injury, I know the power of combining hope with science in healing broken brains. With this book, Mike and David have provided that combination to all stroke survivors and the family members who believe in them." - JJ Virgin, New York Times best-selling author of Miracle Mindset "Dr. Mike and his brother David reveal a profound truth in this incredible book: spiritual growth and faith are required when faced with life's most difficult roadblocks." - Gabrielle Bernstein, #1 New York Times best-selling author of The Universe Has Your Back "Patience, mindfulness, and optimism are all tools needed in the recovery journey from a stroke. Dr. Mike Dow and his brother do an amazing job delivering a healthy dose of inspiration and insight. A must read for survivors and caregivers!" - Dr. Susan Albers, New York Times best-selling author of 50 Ways to Soothe Yourself Without Food, Eating Mindfully, and Eat Q. "This book should be required reading for all stroke survivors and the people who love them." - Tana Amen, B.S.N., R.N., New York Times best-selling author of The Omni Diet "This thorough and compassionate guide for families and survivors will provide relief, comfort, and wisdom to all who read it." - Andrea Pennington, M.D., C.Ac., best-selling author of Daily Compassion Meditation "As the family member of a stroke survivor, I know it takes a village of doctors to optimize recovery. Mike and David have delivered this village to all stroke survivors and their families through this life-changing book." - Allison Arthur, M.D., Mayo Clinic-trained physician and co-owner of Sand Lake Dermatology Center