Articles related to "Brain Injury"

Survivors of traumatic brain injury often experience cognitive, physical, emotional and behavioral changes. Expressive arts therapy offers a means to cope and recover.

Survivors of acquired brain injury can face a challenging road of recovery. For some, Marin Brain Injury Network's rehabilitation program becomes part of this journey.

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can result from many causes. A car accident, fall, assault, or illness can all cause varying degrees of trauma to the brain.

TBI occurs when a sudden trauma causes brain damage. TBI can affect who an individual is and have devastating outcomes including permanent disability and even death.

After a traumatic brain injury, families quickly learn that they brought a different child home from the hospital. Counseling is advised for families in this situation.

How prevalent are Traumatic Brain Injuries? There are 1 million incidences of head injury per year nationally. 50,000 to 110,000 people suffer severe disability.

Traumatic brain injuries can be life changing. Look for symptoms in anyone who has hit his or her head and treat head injury like the very real injury that it is.

Traumatic Brain Injuries cause challenges on many levels. Concerns are divided into the physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and behavioral-emotional levels.

After a Traumatic Brain Injury, behavior changes. Teachers now see a different student and it is difficult to accept that the old student is likely gone forever.

Parents of young athletes need to know about how sports injury may contribute to dementia and depression later.

A noted female hormone administered after a serious head injury may save a life. Tests show progesterone reduces brain swelling in traumatic brain injury patients.

Head injuries in sports can run from mild to severe. Early recognition can lead to appropriate and life-saving medical care.

Benjamin Flores, 24, died Tuesday from head injuries sustained in a bout the previous Thursday. Andras Nagy, 23, died Thursday after succumbing to his head injuries.

A husband and father, Rodriguez joins a long list of boxers who have died from either a catastrophic blow to the head or from receiving multiple concussions over time.

Understanding brain concussion symptoms and how head injuries can affect brain damage may be key in preventing unnecessary long-term damage.

The same brain damage that has been seen in boxers is now being seen in former National Football League players.

The aging brain combined with common medications makes older adults more vulnerable to traumatic brain injury with more severe consequences.

ABC newsman Bob Woodruff's life changed when he suffered traumatic brain injury while reporting in Iraq. "In an Instant" is a family's love story and journey in healing.

The NFL has long denied there is any link between football and brain injury or cognitive deficits later in life. A study commissioned by the NFL itself disputes that.

Trauma to the brain results in many mood and behavior problems. Depression is frequently cited after a mild head injury due to frustration and loss of self esteem.

Concussion severity depends upon the amount of trauma the brain suffers. If you don't allow adequate time to heal your brain, a second one can have dramatic consequences.

A recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine casts doubt on the effectiveness of treating sleep disorders associated with traumatic brain injury.

Post-TBI suicide risk is higher than in the general population and elevated due to feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, lack of ability to enjoy life (depression).

A slip and fall is all it takes to puncture an artery and cause an epidural hematoma.

If early-stage involuntary muscle tightness goes unnoticed by the TBI patient or caregivers, the long term condition and resulting pain can be controlled with medication.

As the body of evidence grows linking repeated concussions to permanent brain deterioration, Congress calls for an independent study.

New discoveries about the brain's ability to reshape itself offer hope to persons who have suffered a stroke or traumatic brain injury as well as their caregivers.

Dr. Susan Vaught is not only a YA author, she is also a practicing neuropsychologist, giving her unique insight into the world of teen suicide, as seen in TRIGGER.

Aphasia is a term covering a range of language difficulties. Although uncommon, the condition can occur in childhood. Speech therapy is the primary treatment.

Many people have heard of hearing loss, but what if you have the opposite? What if you suddenly hear everything too loudly? This is what happens with hyperacusis.

ADHD is associated with slight brain abnormalities: genetics, toxic substances, food additives and brain injury are all potential contributing factors.

The brain and spinal column (CNS) are the control center and communications network for the body. Injuries to these organs can result in serious long-term effects.

Death of actress from Quebec ski injury highlights fact that sport has risks, some of which can be minimized by taking precautions.

Many of the labels that educators deal with every day don't immediately come to mind when the general public this about educational disabilities. "Learning Disabilities" are the only disabilities...

Brain plasticity is a unique characteristic of neuronal cells. No other organ has the capability of rewiring itself to take on other functions.

Babies are very sensitive creatures, and any form of child abuse, including mild shaking, can lead to a devastating outcome for the infant victim.

Brain injury from bleeding or lack of oxygen causes frightening neurological signs but many dogs will recover. Understanding what caused the stoke may prevent recurrences

Certain signs and symptoms indicate epilepsy, a common neurological illness. This disorder can strike at any age, for different reasons.

Forced to retire after several concussions, former WWE wrestler Chris Nowinski has teamed up with Dr. Robert Cantu to raise awareness of a serious health issue in sports.

A young football player collapsed on the field during the fourth quarter with two minutes left in the game. Emergency treatment was unsuccessful in reviving athlete.

Aphasia occurs when an area of the brain responsible for language is damaged, most often due to stoke or traumatic brain injury (TBI).

People with expressive aphasia have problems speaking, writing, or reading. These tips may help you to better communicate with someone who has expressive aphasia.

As the topic of the effects of multiple concussions on the brain receives more attention by researchers and the media, steps are being taken to protect their athletes.

Much of the early information about AD/HD has changed over time. Adding to the confusion are the number of other conditions with similar symptoms.

People experiencing aphasia after a stroke often suffer from depression but may not be able to express their needs. Prompt treatment may improve rehabilitation outcomes.

Brain Gym is a series of body movements or exercises that are believed to help with many learning disabilities and other roadblocks to success.

Cerebral palsy is characterized by an inability to fully control motor function, particularly muscle control and coordination.

Cerebral palsy refers to a collection of movement disorders and it is estimated that 764,000 children and adults live with the condition in the US alone.

Delayed medical treatment after sustaining a blow to the head can be life-threatening. Know the symptoms of head injury; seek help immediately to prevent complications.

There is growing awareness amongst health and educational professionals regarding the benefits that music has on children's development, including language skills.