Life After Brain Injury

Just as no two brains are alike, no two brain injuries are the same, either. As a result, each person living with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is affected in a different way.

What kinds of problems can people living with a TBI have? Here are some examples:

Health and Physical Problems

Headaches
Head, neck, or shoulder pain
Balance problems
Changes in vision, hearing, smell, or taste
Sleep problems
Loss of energy

Thinking Problems

Memory loss
Difficulty in concentrating
Reacting and thinking slowly
Learning problems
Difficulty in organizing and planning

Behavior and Mood Problems

Anxiety or depression
Emotional instability or mood swings
Changes in sexual behavior
Being impulsive or uninhibited
Agitation
Isolation

Communication Problems

Can't focus on one topic
Difficulty in finding the right word
Talks too much
Doesn't speak clearly or pay attention
Difficulty in listening