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Force Of Impact Predicts Outcome In Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) in children can be difficult to diagnose, and it is even more difficult to predict an outcome. Traditionally, TBI is defined as mild, moderate, or severe by using certain indicators such as the Glasgow Coma Scale
The “Yes Bias” After Traumatic Brain Injury
Memory and attention problems are common after a traumatic brain injury (TBI). However, both memory and attention are complex, interrelated systems that can be broken into “pieces” of a process. Research has been mixed about specifically what piece of that
Chronic Fatigue After Traumatic Brain Injury
The rate of chronic fatigue after traumatic brain injury is more than four times higher than the general population. Chronic fatigue is a complex disorder, and research has shown that is related to sleep problems, cognitive impairment, attention deficits, depression,
Increased Risk For Injury After A Traumatic Brain Injury
A traumatic brain injury can result in cognitive, emotional, and physical impairments that make the patient more vulnerable to future injury. For instance, cognitive impairments may result in slow decision-making or faulty judgment that can put a person at risk
The Risk Of Multiple Sclerosis Is Increased After Traumatic Brain Injury
In a large study of more than 72,000 traumatic brain injury patients and more than 200,000 controls, over a period of six years, researchers have recently reported an increased risk of multiple sclerosis after traumatic brain injury. Multiple sclerosis is
Decompressive Craniectomy in Children With TBI
Decompressive craniectomy is a surgical procedure that removes part of the skull to allow room for brain swelling after injury. Not long ago, researchers found that this surgery, although commonly performed, did not actually improve outcome in traumatic brain injury
Rehabilitation of Executive Function After Traumatic Brain Injury
Organization, attention, and strategic planning are frequently problematic after traumatic brain injury. These issues reflect failures of executive function, a set of processes necessary for goal-directed behavior. Lack of executive control can complicate the recovery process for people with a
Like? Facebook Use After Traumatic Brain Injury
Online communities and social networking sites can be valuable to those with cognitive or social difficulties caused by traumatic brain injury. Virtual support systems can increase social participation and reduce isolation. Recent research shows that expressive online journaling appears to
Appropriations Update: Oct. 12, 2011
TBI Act On September 21, 2011, the Senate Appropriations Committee considered an FY12 Labor Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (Labor/HHS) bill, which contained TBI Act funding. In the past year, more than 50 programs have been cut
Continuity of Care For Patients With TBI: Effective Networks
People with traumatic brain injury often have complex problems that require multifaceted solutions. Networks, which consist of individuals, teams, and organizations that are linked together, are frequently touted as a method for addressing the difficulties these patients face in accessing
