PERSONAL STORIES – Paul Brewer: 
Interviewed in Portsmouth June 2008:
Different Strokes: How old are you, where were you born and how long have you been a stroke survivor?
Paul: “I’m 35 years of age, born in Epping, Essex; a Brain tumour Survivor for 13 months.”
Different Strokes: What was your occupation(s) and when?
Paul: “I am a voluntary worker, March 2007 (I.T. Trainer).”
Different Strokes: Of all your experiences, which occasion or event sticks in your mind most?
Paul: “Coping with mental health illness”
Different Strokes: What has been your proudest moment and what was the happiest occasion in your life?
Paul: “Proudest moment – Passing my driving test; Happiest occasion – Just being content within.”
Different Strokes: Since being disabled by your brain tumour, what do you hope the future will bring?
Paul: “New relationships/career.”
Different Strokes: What is your favourite tipple when available and what do you usually prefer when out with friends?
Paul: “A pint of real ale.”
Different Strokes: When you were active in the past, what activities did you enjoy most?
Paul: “Playing badminton/clubbing.”
Different Strokes: Do you have any particular hobbies/activities you are still able to enjoy?
Paul: “Home computing, walking, socialising with friends and family.”
Different Strokes: Which big-screen film has entertained you most; and who was the screen actor/actress you liked most?
Paul: “I have no favourites.”
Different Strokes: Outside of the media of music, films and TV, whom do you admire and respect most?
Paul: “My mother.”
*******