A brief summary of current research.
Volunteer work and psychological health following a traumatic brain injury
Ouelle MC, Morin CM, and Lavoie A. Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation, 2009, Jul-Aug 24 (4):262-271.
This study found the more activity, the better for psychological well-being after TBI whether it is work, studies, or volunteering. This was the case even for those left with long-term disability when compared to their non-active peers.