Do Children Recover Better From Acquired Brain Injuries?
Acquired Brain Injury in Children and Their Rehabilitation For decades scientists believed that children with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) would do better than adults with ABI. The reasoning was based on the fact that because adult brains have already been developed and children had ‘plastic’ (changing, growing) brains, children with an ABI would be […]
Wear Your Helmet!
The summer is a time to enjoy beautiful weather, rays of sunshine and the company of friends of family. With this fantastic, fun-filled season comes outdoor sports and activities such as cycling, football, baseball and more. Cycling, for example, is a reasonably safe sport that is a great form of exercise but at times can […]
Why is that Word on the Tip of Your Tongue?
Since Joyce (name has been changed to maintain anonymity), a woman in her early 50’s, suffered a mild brain injury in a car accident a year ago, she often has trouble thinking of the right words in conversation. “It makes me feel stupid when I know what I mean but I just can’t find the […]
Participating in Group Conversations after an Acquired Brain Injury
Holiday time is an exciting time for everyone: celebrations, food, and time with loved ones. With many families and friends coming together and reuniting, often after long periods of time, come many loud group conversations. These conversations can feel quite overwhelming to some people, especially those with acquired brain injuries (ABI). Many clients with ABI […]