"When the Brain Gets Sick" is a children’s book written with the aim of increasing understanding and awareness of mental and neurological illnesses among children. Authored by Professor Klas Kullander, an expert in neuroscience, and Associate Professor Åsa Konradsson-Geuken, a researcher in pharmacology President of Schizofreniförbundet, and newly elected EUFAMI President, the book introduces children to the complexities of brain disorders through accessible language and vivid illustrations.
The story explores what can happen when the brain doesn’t function as expected, helping children understand how such conditions may affect thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and relationships. The book creates a safe and engaging space for dialogue between children and the adults around them: parents, teachers, and caregivers.
One of the core goals of the book is to reduce stigma and break the silence that often surrounds mental illness and brain-related conditions. Early education and openness are key to fostering empathy, acceptance, and long-term mental health literacy. By using the medium of a children’s book, the authors hope to make these topics not only understandable, but also emotionally resonant for younger audiences.
"When the Brain Gets Sick" aspires to shape a more inclusive and supportive society, one where understanding the brain and its illnesses is part of everyday knowledge, and where no one feels alone in their experience.
At the moment, the book can be purchased in English by EUFAMI at the cost of €15 (including shipping & handling). If you want your own copy, or seek for more information, please contact us at comms.admin@eufami.net.
