Traumatic Brain injuries (TBIs) can present as complex physical health challenges. However, TBIs can also create mental health problems. Another less-known fact about TBIs is the identity challenge(s) people experience afterward. This blog post will explore this topic after a brief overview of TBIs. TBI Overview TBIs can occur from within the body when referencing […]
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Our other blog posts describe Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) in depth. Click here to reference these posts. However, how does one begin to navigate life with a TBI? This question will be answered in various subsections throughout this blog post. Navigating Life with a Traumatic Brain Injury There are vast differences between a mild concussion
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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Brief Overview Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) can stem from various circumstances. Click here to read more about TBIs. Everyone’s recovery process is unique as TBIs impact everyone differently. After the TBI is sustained and immediate medical interventions are complete, the recovery process begins. Furthermore, recovery from a TBI will depend on
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Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) can occur from a variety of scenarios. The Mayo Clinic highlights the various ways someone can sustain a TBI as: Motor vehicle accidents Aggression and/or violence Combat related experiences Falls Sports TBIs can also occur from within a person’s body from an internal infection or lack of oxygen. Navigating Life After
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Quick Review A Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) can impact multiple areas of the brain all at once or individually. Subsequently, a TBI can then impact how a person functions in the world in the various ways. Below are a few ways a TBI can impact an individual’s life: Fatigue can impact social relationships or ability
How do Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) impact brain function? A TBI can impact one’s cognitive abilities ranging from: Future-oriented plan formulation Judgment making abilities Reasoning Concentration Information processing speed Speech and language expression Mood fluctuations Exhaustion As a result these cognitive challenges can then impact a person’s functioning in various areas of their life: Social
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How does a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) impact a person? This is a large question and will be broken down into a few blog posts over time. TBI severity and how they impact a person fluctuate greatly. Since the brain is one of the most complex organs we have there is much research to be
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TBI is an umbrella term that encompasses many different forms of head injuries. An acquired brain injury can occur whenever the brain is jarred or hit. This article focuses on these types of head injuries. This form of TBI could occur from a fall, car accident, sport accident, or an act of violence. Anything that
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Every TBI is unique. Depending on the severity of the TBI, various methods and interventions can be utilized to support a person who has just sustained a TBI or is already in the recovery process. Some TBIs such as concussions may resolve themselves on their own. Often rest and a decrease in environmental stimulation is
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What Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)? A TBI typically results from a severe jolt, hit, or puncture to the head. Common situations where TBIs can occur include but are not limited to: Sports Car Accidents Falls Combat Police/EMS experiences Physical aggression How does grief and loss relate to TBI(s)? Depending on the severity of the TBI
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