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"Veteran (Purple Heart) & higher ed survivor, I applaud this book! Finally acknowledging the 'distance traveled', this book exposes hidden student traumas and offers solutions. It tackles retention with a student-centered approach. A gamechanger for veterans navigating college." Dr. Andrew Kelly, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC), US Army (Ret.), Purple Heart recipient "As a physician-scientist and medical school administrator dedicated to diversifying medical school applicants and motivating traditionally underrepresented students to embrace STEM pathways, I find Dr. David Lee Mount's 'Let's Stop Losing Them' to be a vital resource. We must start asking how medical school retention is being affected by the wounds of educational and academic engagement trauma. Dr. Mount's work provides crucial insights into these upstream issues, highlighting the essential connection between college retention and the future diversity of our medical workforce. Examining student performance threat through the lens of the neuropsychosocial root causes paradigm, this book is an indispensable guide for educators, policymakers, and medical school administrators committed to fostering resilience and success in our future healthcare professionals." John H. Stewart, IV, MD, MBA, FACS; Professor and Chair of Surgery, Associate Dean for Oncology Programs, Morehouse School of Medicine "Dr. Mount's book brilliantly addresses the complexities impacting student success. He exposes hidden factors behind disengagement, offering innovative solutions for colleges to foster resilience. By acknowledging neurodiversity, 'Let's Stop Losing Them' calls for personalized learning and a more inclusive educational landscape." Pastor Debra Terry Stephens, MA; Cornerstone of Faith Ministries Wife/Mother/Comedian/Actor/Writer/Mental Health Assistant Higher education's dropout cycle has lacked a solution. Dr. Mount's 'Let's Stop Losing Them' breaks ground with 'educational and academic engagement trauma' - a powerful concept for student retention. Practical strategies illuminate the path to success. A must-read for anyone invested in student outcomes and a stronger academic environment. Dr. Tom Coaxum, Former Director, Associate VP, VP in Higher Education (Ret.) "Dr. Mount, renowned for his expertise in neuropsychosocial root causes and retention strategies, has crafted a comprehensive guide that goes beyond conventional approaches. His insights, drawn from years of research and practical experience, shed light on the nuanced interplay of academic anxieties, social isolation, and neuropsychosocial factors that shape students' educational journeys." TanYa M. Gwathmey, MS, PHD, Tenured Associate Professor; Director of Research in Health Equity Education and Training, Maya Angelou Center for Health Equity Wake Forest University School of Medicine "Dr. Mount's groundbreaking book confronts hidden trauma in community colleges, the true cost of disengagement, and the power of personalized support. It's a must-read for educators who want to nurture the whole student, not just graduation rates." Shelton M. Charles, Ph.D. Associate Dean of Sciences and Engineering, Forsyth Technical Community College; Father/Role Model/Leader/Mentor/Community Ambassador/ Health Advocate/ Innovator "Dr. Mount's innovative book ignites hope, and reverse engineers the pressing issue of college disengagement head-on revealing the hidden wounds causing attrition. Powerful narratives and actionable strategies empower students and institutions to build resilience and foster success." Nayeka Uitenham, Psy.D. NeuroEducational Clinical Postdoctoral Fellow, Mind Body Institute Beyond; Educator-Centered Professional Coaching; Former Elementary School Educato
