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The Night He Died: The Harsh Reality of Teenage Drinking. A Neurosurgeon and Father's Personal Journey of Turning Tragedy Into H,Used
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Life and Death . . . Two words with such opposite meaning and which inflict such contradictory emotions and yet are so closely intertwined in our lives. As parents, we bring meaning and life into this world through our children. Our lives become defined as a result. We learn the joy, hardship, and responsibility of shaping an innocent life. But a day will come when that life will be taken. For some, death will come too soon. Thus is the story of my son, Brian Nicholas Hoeflinger, who died unexpectedly at age 18. Brian was drinking alcohol the night he died and drove drunk. His car struck a tree and his life was ended. Nothing about Brians life suggested that he would meet this kind of untimely end. He was a gifted student and accomplished athlete. He was always generous with his time and words of encouragement to anyone who needed help. He was a good boy who made a mistake, and that one mistake cost him his life. That is the harsh reality of teenage drinking. Ill never forget the image of my son lying there dead on a cold gurney in Trauma room 24 at Toledo Hospital, a room that I have been in so many times before as a neurosurgeon but never as a father. His lifeless body lay there almost as though he were asleep, and I wished he were only asleep but I knew he was dead and would never come back home with us. It was the worst singular feeling that I have ever experienced in my life. The second worst experience in my life was telling my 3 other children later that night that their older brother Brian was dead. It was heart breaking to watch Kevin, Julie, and Christie say goodbye to their big brother forever that night. Nothing can ever prepare you for such an event. And yet from this tragedy has come guidance and hope for others not to make the same mistake. This book will take you on a personal journey through the life and death of my son. You will see through my eyes the pain and agony of losing a child, but you will also experience the love, inspiration, and hope that has resulted. By reading this book, you will learn how more lives will be touched and saved through the life and death of my son than I could ever accomplish as a neurosurgeon. This is a book that every parent and every teenager should read.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Night He Died'? A: The main theme of 'The Night He Died' revolves around the harsh realities of teenage drinking and the impact of loss on families. The author shares a personal journey through the tragedy of losing a child to drunk driving, aiming to inspire awareness and prevention among parents and teenagers.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Brian F. Hoeflinger MD, a neurosurgeon who shares his personal experience of losing his son due to the consequences of teenage drinking.
- Q: What kind of advice does this book offer to parents? A: The book offers advice to parents on how to recognize the dangers of teenage drinking, communicate effectively with their children, and foster an environment of openness to discuss difficult topics.
- Q: How does the author describe the emotional impact of losing a child? A: The author describes the emotional impact as profoundly devastating, detailing the pain of witnessing his son's death and the heartache of informing his other children about the loss.
- Q: Is this book suitable for teenagers? A: Yes, the book is suitable for teenagers as it aims to educate them about the dangers of alcohol consumption and the potential consequences of reckless behavior, encouraging them to make safer choices.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the personal struggles of dealing with loss, the importance of making informed decisions regarding alcohol, and how one family's tragedy can inspire hope and change.
- Q: What is the book's format and page count? A: The book is available in paperback format and consists of 188 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Night He Died' published? A: The book was published on January 11, 2014.
- Q: What audience is this book intended for? A: This book is intended for both parents and teenagers, aiming to foster a deeper understanding of the risks associated with teenage drinking and the effects of loss.
- Q: Does the book include personal anecdotes? A: Yes, the book includes personal anecdotes from the author’s life, providing insights into his experiences as a father and a neurosurgeon, enhancing the emotional depth of the narrative.