Family Guide to Stroke, Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention

Rather than a sudden attack without warning, most strokes result from the accumulation of a lifetime's worth of daily habits that finally add up to a major, life-threatening event. The good news is that researchers have learned a great deal about the causes of stroke, & there's a lot we can do to change our lifestyles to prevent a first, or second, stroke. In clear, accessible language, it discusses the causes of stroke, those at risk, the warning signs, & how stroke is diagnosed. Offers practical guidance on coping with life after stroke, in both the short & long term, & reviews medical treatments & rehab. techniques that can help stroke survivors get a fresh start. Illustrated.