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Spinal Cord Injury: A Guide For Living (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book),Used
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There Are Approximately 220,000 People With Spinal Cord Injury In The United States And About 10,000 New Injuries Each Year. This Straightforward Book Is Designed To Help Themand Their Family Members And Friendsduring The Rehabilitation Process And The Journey That Follows. Written By Three Professionals In Rehabilitation Medicine And Psychology, Spinal Cord Injury Is An Easy To Understand, Comprehensive Resource For Everyone With Sci, Containing Essential Information For People Who Are Newly Injured And For Those Who Have Longer Experience In Coping With Injury.The Book Thoroughly Reviews The Challenges That May Be Encountered By People With Spinal Cord Injury Throughout Their Lives, Addressing All Aspects Of Spinal Cord Injury, From Psychological, Sexual, And Social Matters To Transportation, Housing, And Employment. The Authors Explain How Spinal Cord Injury Affects Physical Functioning And How Those Changes May Lead To Lowered Selfesteem, Depression, Family Conflicts, And Social Isolationall Problems That Can Derail The Adaptation Process. But They Remind Readers That, As With Any Major Life Crisis, Spinal Cord Injury Can Be A Catalyst For Positive Change. A Spinal Cord Injury Challenges A Person To Find Creative Channels For Selfexpression, Personal Strength, And New Ways Of Being In The World. One Of The Books Most Important Messages Is That A Meaningful Life Is Possible After Spinal Cord Injury And That Psychosocial Adjustment Is Not Necessarily Linked To Ones Degree Of Physical Function Or Disability.Illustrating Each Chapter With Patient Historiesranging From Relatively Mild To Moderate To Severe Disabilitythe Authors Begin By Demystifying What Takes Place During Emergency Treatment And Hospitalization And Explaining The Consequences Of Different Kinds Of Spinal Cord Injury. Later Chapters Describe Rehabilitation, Returning Home, And Learning To Live Independently. Chapters Include: Part Itrauma, Hospitalization, And Rehabilitationchapter 1: Into The Wilderness: Trauma And Hospitalizationchapter 2: Lost And Searching: Rehabilitationchapter 3: Reading The Map: Adjustmentpart Iithe Challenge Of Readjustmentchapter 4: Going Home: Old Territory In A New Lightchapter 5: Focus On The Familychapter 6: Lovers Lane: Dating, Coupling, And Sexualitychapter 7: Life Goes On: Independent Livingpart Iiisuccessful Living With Spinal Cord Injurychapter 8: The Next Frontier: Spinal Cord Injury Researchchapter 9: The Journey Continueschapter 10: Concluding Thoughtslife After Spinal Cord Injury Is A Progression Through Medical Recovery, Emotional Adjustment, Social Integration, And Fulfillment Of Personal Goals. People With Sci Must Find The Courage And Persistence To Redefine Personal And Professional Relationships As Well As Their Own Relationship With A Changed Self. Spinal Cord Injury: A Guide For Living Is A Much Needed Resource That Will Help People With Spinal Cord Injury Overcome Obstacles In Managing The Challenges Of Their New Lives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Spinal Cord Injury: A Guide for Living'? A: The book focuses on providing comprehensive guidance for individuals with spinal cord injuries and their families, covering rehabilitation, adjustment, and living independently after injury.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Sara Palmer and two other professionals in rehabilitation medicine and psychology.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 290 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for those newly diagnosed with spinal cord injury? A: Yes, the book is designed to be a helpful resource for both newly injured individuals and those with longer experiences coping with spinal cord injury.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: Topics include trauma, hospitalization, rehabilitation, family dynamics, dating, independent living, and the psychosocial aspects of adjusting to life after spinal cord injury.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Spinal Cord Injury: A Guide for Living' published? A: The book was published on April 17, 2000.
- Q: Can this book help with emotional adjustment after spinal cord injury? A: Yes, the book addresses emotional adjustment and provides insights into coping with the psychological impacts of spinal cord injury.
- Q: Is there any specific advice for family members in the book? A: Yes, the book includes sections that focus on the family dynamics and how family members can support their loved ones with spinal cord injuries.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its first edition.