Susannah Cahalan
Susannah Cahalan
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Susannah Cahalan is an American journalist and author known for her work in investigative journalism.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: March 28, 1984 (Living)
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: American
Professions:
Investigative Journalist
Author
Early Life and Background
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Susannah Cahalan was born on March 28, 1984. She began her career as a journalist at the New York Post before moving to The Newark Star-Ledger.
Major Accomplishments
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Cahalan's most notable work is 'Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness,' a memoir detailing her personal experience with anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis, a rare autoimmune disorder that causes seizures and memory loss. Her story has been adapted into a 2016 film of the same name.
Notable Works or Actions
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Cahalan's investigative journalism career is marked by several notable pieces, including her exposure of a New Jersey doctor accused of unnecessary medical procedures on mentally ill patients.
Impact and Legacy
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Cahalan's work has significantly contributed to raising awareness about anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis. Her memoir has become a bestseller, inspiring readers with its raw portrayal of her personal struggle and recovery from the disease.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Susannah Cahalan is widely quoted for her unique perspective on journalism and her experiences as a patient dealing with a rare medical condition. Her memoir has become an influential voice in discussions about mental health, illness, and resilience.
Quotes by Susannah Cahalan
Amy Adams is a lucky woman. Not only is she one of Hollywood's most talented actresses, with five Oscar nominations under her fashionable belt, she actually smells sexy.
Read enough books on the body, and you'll find that reality is much stranger than any sci-fi series.
It's hard to imagine a time when lobster pots weren't part of a well-equipped kitchen, but America's love affair with the two-clawed crustaceans didn't start until the 1800s.
I was the first person in NYU Medical Center's history to be diagnosed with NMDAR encephalitis.
In the world of online invitations, nothing is sacred. People will invite all 500 of their 'closest' friends to their birthday party - and 485 of those people will RSVP 'yes' without intending to show up.
