title: Too young to have a stroke.
abstract: This article tells of the author's experience of suffering a cerebrovascular accident (stroke) at the age of eighteen. The author's feelings, thoughts, and sensations are explored, as well as the psychological and physical effects of a stroke in both the acute and rehabilitation phases. Details are given of a support group started by the author to help other young survivors of cerebrovascular accidents.
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Mitchell
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000293:Adolescent; D000367:Age Factors; D002561:Cerebrovascular Disorders / Q000523:psychology* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D012657:Self-Help Groups; D013338:Students, Nursing / Q000523:psychology*