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An expert neurologist explores how the mind, brain, and body respond and heal after her personal experience with profound loss.Winner of the Best Book Award (Health: Death & Dying) by American Book FestIn Before and After Loss, neurologist Dr. Lisa M. Shulman describes a personal story of loss and her journey to understand the science behind the mindaltering experience of grief. Part memoir, part creative nonfiction, part account of scientific discovery, this moving book combines Shulmans perspectives as an expert in brain science and a keen observer of behavior with her experience as a clinician, a caregiver, and a widow. Drawing on the latest studies about grief and its effects, she explains what scientists know about how the mind, brain, and body respond and heal following traumatic loss. She also traces the interface between the experience of profound loss and the search for emotional restoration.Combining the science of emotional trauma with concrete psychological techniques including dream interpretation, journaling, mindfulness exercises, and meditationShulmans frank and empathetic account will help readers regain their emotional balance by navigating the passage from profound sorrow to healing and growth.
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This book provides a fascinating look at loss through a scientific lens. I appreciated the blend of personal stories and neurological insights. However, some sections felt a bit dense; I had to reread them a few times to fully grasp the concepts.
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Rachel Thompson
Arrived Damaged, But Book is Great!
Unfortunately, my copy arrived with a bent cover, so that's a bummer. But the content is fantastic! The neurologist covers the emotional impact of grief and explains why we feel what we feel in a really relatable way. I’m glad I got it despite the packaging issue.
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Mark Johnson
Good but Not What I Expected
I thought it would be more focused on practical advice for dealing with loss. Instead, it leans heavily into the science of grief, which was interesting but not quite what I was looking for. Still, I did learn a lot about the brain’s role in our emotions.
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Sophia Hernandez
A Must-Read for Anyone Experiencing Grief
As someone who recently faced loss, this book has been a beacon of hope. The neurologist's insights into how our brains process grief are enlightening. It really helped me understand my feelings better and navigate through them.
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Aisha Patel
Deeply Insightful and Reassuring
I bought this for my sister after she lost her partner. The author's perspective on how our brains handle grief is both comforting and informative. My sister found it really helpful, and it opened up some great conversations between us.
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