Information for People with Brain Injury

People with Brain Injury

A brain injury can change your life in an instant. In this section for people with brain injury, you’ll find information about getting a good diagnosis, managing and treating your symptoms, and finding help in your own community. We also offer personal stories and blogs from people with ABI and TBI and some guidance on dealing with the social and emotional impact of a brain injury.

What You'll Find Here

Managing Symptoms

TBI 101: Behavioral & Emotional Symptoms

Managing and treating symptoms is a big step toward recovery. Here you will find information about the most common symptoms and how to address them.

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Treatment & Recovery

There are many paths to recovering from a brain injury. Here is a look at the most common types of rehabilitation, along with some alternative treatments that some people with TBI have found to be helpful.

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Legal & Finances

What Are an Attorney's Obligations When a Client Has Had a Brain Injury?

Steering through financial and legal issues after a brain injury can feel like walking through a maze. Here you will find information and resources for personal finance, health insurance, government benefits, and the law after brain injury.

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Community & Support

Everyone needs support after something as traumatic and life changing as a brain injury. Here you will find information on relationships, support, and community. As well as resources to share that may help others understand what it's like to live with a brain injury.

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Personal Stories & Blogs by People with TBI and PTSD

Su Meck: Personal stories by people with brain injury

Other brain injury survivors have a special wisdom, a wisdom gained from unique experiences, priceless to others in similar situations. Here you will find stories of hope and joy, fear and frustration — shared in the hope that others with brain injury will see reflections of their own lives and know they are not alone.