How I Rescued My Brain: a psychologist's remarkable recovery from stroke and tra

Discover the inspiring journey of David Roland in 'How I Rescued My Brain: A Psychologist's Remarkable Recovery from Stroke and Trauma.' This powerful memoir details David's life-altering brush with stroke, exploring the unexpected paths he took to reclaim his cognitive abilities and emotional well-being. As a forensic psychologist, David faced immense challenges, both professionally and personally, but his resilience shines through as he delves into the world of neuroplasticity. Uncover how he re-wired his brain with innovative rehabilitation strategies including psychotherapy, mindfulness, and music therapy. This book not only chronicles his neurological recovery but also takes readers through his holistic approach to healing, highlighting the importance of mental health, self-care, and emotional recovery after trauma. If you are searching for inspiring health recovery stories, this is a must-read. Ideal for those interested in psychology, brain health, and self-improvement. Join David on his transformative journey from despair to hope, and learn how you can also harness the power of the mind to overcome life's obstacles.

As a forensic psychologist, David Roland often saw the toughest, mist heartbreaking cases. The emotional trauma had begun to take its toll - and then the global financial crisis hit, leaving his family facing financial ruin. When he found himself in an emergency ward with little idea of how he got there, doctors wondered if he had had a nervous breakdown. Eventually they discovered the truth- David had suffered a stroke, which had resulted in brain injury. He faced two choices- give up or get his brain working again. Drawing on the principles of neuroplasticity, David set about re-wiring his brain. He embarked on a search that brought him into contact with doctors, neuroscientists, yoga teaches. Musicians, and a Buddhist nun, and found the tools to restore his sense of self- psychotherapy, swimming, music, mindfulness, and meditation. This is the story of David's neurological difficulties and of his remarkable cognitive recovery. It is also an account of a journey to emotional health. How I Rescued My Brain is an amazing tale of one man's resilience, and his determination to overcome one of the most frightening situations imaginable - the fear that he had lost his mind and might not get it back. 'Enlightening and Inspiring. Beautifully demonstrates that healing is more than the absence of injury.' Kate Richards, author of Madness
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