The hospital doors have closed behind you, and now you’re standing in the living room, unsure what happens next. The IVs, alarms, and constant check-ins are gone, replaced with silence—and a growing list of questions.
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Traumatic Brain Injury
What to Expect After a Traumatic Brain Injury
There are a variety of different kinds of brain injuries, but some behavioral challenges are common regardless of the type of brain injury that occurs. Certain problematic behaviors may be more or less likely according to the area and extent of the trauma, but your loved one may demonstrate one or more of these behaviors during TBI recovery, regardless of the specifics of the injury.
How Each Part of the Brain Is Impacted by a TBI
The brain is arguably the most essential, most complicated organ in your body. It is in charge of everything. It operates in the background, making sure we stay alive, and, in the foreground as the home of our awareness. This is why it’s so concerning when someone experiences a traumatic brain injury, and why it’s important to understand how each part of the brain is impacted by a TBI.