Statistics gathered by the American Heart Association show that about 700,000 people experience a new or repeating stroke every year. Survivors and their loved ones need an informative and compassionate reference to help them understand this condition. Stroke: Early Stages of Recovery explains the causes of a stroke, as well as how it affects a person physically, mentally and emotionally. In addition, the appendix includes brain diagrams, risk factors, warning signs and resources. As with all P&H products, the book uses clear language and engaging illustrations to convey the information. This new edition incorporates evidence-based practice, patient-centered content, special sections to educate friends and family along with photos and illustrations offering many gender and racial identities. Reviewed by: Karen B. Seagraves, MS, MPH, ACNS-BC, ANP-BC, Marcus Stroke and Neuroscience Center, Atlanta, GA Testimonials: Excellent Addresses all complications typically seen after stroke, and is nicely family and patient-centered. Well done - K. Veilleux, Neurology & Stroke Specialist As an educator, I found this publication to be clean, sharp and reader friendly As the daughter of a stroke victim, I know more than I did when he was hospitalized Thanks for teaching me about a subject I know little of. - Jaquida Bloodworth Well done and comprehensive, yet easy to read - good use of diagrams and bullets to highlight important points. Excellent list of resources. - Y. Schooley, RN, MSN, CNRN This book is really excellent If I could choose one resource to provide for stroke patients, I would choose this one. - Diane Hainsworth, RN, MS Stroke: Mapping Out Early Stages of Recovery is excellent - very simple language that the "lay" public will understand. Terminology makes it "less threatening." - Nancy Berger, RN The "Stroke" booklet is well put together, thorough and contains key elements our facility was looking for. Appreciate the resource guide at the end also. - Diane Hood Concise, open, easy to view format. Language is easy to understand for general layperson. Helps adjunct for education during early dx and hospital period, easing the transition home. - Newark, NJ Very excellent content and presentation. Extremely comprehensive of rehab process and recovery of stroke. - Talahassee, FL The book is well done - simple language and easy explanations. I like the areas for notes too. - Tampa, FL Great topics, pictures, easy to read. Including the stages of grief is a great idea. Patients and families have had a hard time with this. Post discharge plans are also helpful on pages 40-41. - A. Delare I think it is very user friendly for patients and families and provides the essential information. - M. Vander Hock I thought the book was well put together...much more detailed than our stroke books. -M. Busch, BSN, RN