Amanda's Fall

<p><em>Amanda's Fall</em> with charming illustrations by Bijan Samaddar depicts an event common in schools today. Young Amanda gets a concussion after falling and hitting her head during recess. While she can hear people talking she cannot respond. Amanda is taken to a doctor for evaluation. Wisely her parents ask for a prognosis which in Amanda’s case is a good one. Author Kelly Darmofal offers readers her third book on TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) encouraging parents and caretakers to alert schools and hopefully doctors when any child is concussed; side effects can then be ameliorated. <br /><br />Studies show that Traumatic Brain Injuries represent the leading cause of death and disability in young adults in industrialized countries. According to the CDC at least 564000 children are seen each year for brain injury in hospital emergency departments and released. <br /><br />"Kelly Darmofal worked hard on recovering from severe TBI and gained the special gift of ability to explain what she went through. This book offers transforming power to children and parents—those afflicted with TBI and those trying to prevent it."<br />-- Dr. Frank Balch Wood professor emeritus of neurology-neuropsychology at Wake Forest School of Medicine and ordained Baptist minister<br /><br />"<em>Amanda's Fall</em> is a delightful much needed children’s book on Traumatic Brain Injury. Through the eyes of a child it raises awareness has tips for coping and offers support for those affected."<br />-- Christina Condon NP Neurology<br /><br />"<em>Amanda's Fall</em> is a lovely book that uses rhyme and colorful illustrations to engage young readers. Kelly Bouldin Darmofal's warm writing style makes it easy to understand the issues surrounding this potentially serious medical condition."<br />Laurie Zelinger PhD RPT-S board certified psychologist and author of <em>Please Explain Time Out to Me</em><br /><br />"This is a cute and creative story to help young children understand their world after a traumatic brain injury. It teaches them that they are not alone in their experiences. The tips for parents are a valuable resource as well.<br />-- Mary Jane Morgan Lower School Principal Calvary Day School<br /><br />"Darmofal has an ease in the way she writes about TBI. In this sweet story she makes a difficult situation approachable and something to discuss. This is a wonderful story to share and educate children about TBI."<br />-- Susie van der Vorst co-Founder and Director Camp Spring Creek<br /><br />Learn more at <strong>www.ImLostInMyMind.com</strong><br />From Loving Healing Press <strong>www.LHPress.com</strong></p>