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A Mind Unraveled
A Mind Unraveled: A Memoir | Kurt Eichenwald
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The compelling story of an acclaimed journalist and New York Times bestselling author's ongoing struggle with epilepsy--his torturous decision to keep his condition a secret to avoid discrimination, and his ensuing decades-long battle to not only survive, but to thrive. As a college freshman, Kurt Eichenwald awoke one night on the floor of his dorm room, confused and in pain. In the aftermath of that critical moment, his once-carefree life would be consumed by confrontations with medical incompetence, discrimination that almost cost him his education and employment, physical abuse, and dark moments when he contemplated suicide. This is the story of one man's battle to pursue his dreams despite an often incapacitating brain disorder. From his early experiences of fear and denial to his exasperating search for treatment, Eichenwald provides a deeply candid account of his years facing this misunderstood and often stigmatized condition. He details his encounters with the doctors whose negligence could have killed him, but for the heroic actions of a brilliant neurologist and the family and friends who fought for him. Many of Eichenwald's recollections are drawn from his diaries, vivid and painstakingly kept records that helped sharpen his skills as a journalist. He raises important questions about the nature of memory, the revelations of brain science, and the profound mysteries of human perception. Ultimately, A Mind Unraveled is an inspirational story, one that chronicles how Eichenwald, faced often with his own mortality, transformed trauma into a guide for reaching the future he desired. Defying relentless threats to his emotional and physical well-being, he affirmed his decision to never give up, and in the process learned how to rise from the depths of despair to the heights of unimagined success.
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EKonrad
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A memoir that focuses on one man‘s experience living with epilepsy is a must-read for anyone who has dealt with medical trauma or incompetent doctors! Honest and educational. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Erynecki
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I recently heard Kurt speak at a local bookstore and I read his moving and powerful memoir about navigating life with epilepsy in just a few days. He is incredibly honest about his experiences and I learned so much...not just about epilepsy but about being strong in the face of adversity and about the importance of advocating for yourself.

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jillrhudy
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Fantastic medical #memoir with special relevance to seizure/epilepsy sufferers, but Eichenwald‘s book should resonate with anyone who has struggled to get proper, sensitive medical care. #medicine #nonfiction #autobiography

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ReadingSusan
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This is my #1 read of 2018. This book will rip you apart. It is agonizing to go on this journey of epilepsy with Kurt . It is infuriating to meet a bevy of incompetent doctors. There are so many people in this book that I absolutely hated. Yet through it all Kurt never gave up. (Con‘t below)

ReadingSusan He kept pushing on demanding answers and never letting epilepsy keep him from accomplishing his goals even when it was really difficult. This book tackles very difficult subjects but is written beautifully. I had a hard time putting this one down. I was provided a copy of this by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. (edited) 5y
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Insightsintobooks
A Mind Unraveled: A Memoir | Kurt Eichenwald

"Fortune dealt me some bad cards, as it has many others in many different ways, and so I played them. In fact, despite all that has happened, if I had the power to travel back in time and push a button that would stop me from ever having epilepsy, I wouldn‘t do it. Even knowing what lay ahead—those nightmares of confusion, injuries, and frequent fear of death—I would accept that fate. This book is my explanation why." (From ARC subject to change).

TiredLibrarian Intriguing opening. 6y
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