Listening in the Silence, Seeing in the Dark: Reconstructing Life After Brain Injury

The author provided a thorough and very well-written account of the traumatic situation that her family found themselves in. The book was eye-opening and a pleasure to read. It is incredible how accomplished the author's son has become following such a terrifying brain injury. This book will give hope to others who are unfortunately suffering from a similar situation. An important message that is conveyed throughout is that one MUST be their child's voice and advocate when a child is immersed in a world of medical control and jargon. The amazing recovery of the author's son is undoubtedly due to the insistent, undying motivation from his parents.

I am a survivor of a horrific TBI. I have been reading many text books and personal stories in the last 5 years. I am 21 years post. I have no memory of my accident and even months following. Reading this book made me want to cry at times for my mom. This is a good book because it shows the importance of family. I am better off than what was ever expected of me. This is one of my favorite personal story books on TBI. (traumatic brain injury for all you "outsiders.")