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• The Brain
  • Anatomy of the Brain
  • Lobe Functions
  • What is Traumatic Brain Injury?
• Mild TBI
  • Coup-Contrecoup
  • Causes of Mild TBI
  • Symptoms of Mild TBI/Concussion
  • Diagnosing Mild TBI/Concussion
    • Classifications of TBI
    • Mild TBI/Concussion Diagnosis
    • Military Acute Concussion Evaluation (MACE)
    • Imaging Tests
    • Glasgow Coma Scale
  • Treatment
  • Long Term Effects of Mild TBI/Concussion
  • Reassessment/Folllow-up Care
  • The Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC)
• Moderate to Severe TBI
  • Causes of TBI
  • Types of Brain Injuries
    • Coup-Contrecoup
    • Penetrating Injuries
    • Blast Injuries
  • Injuries Associated with Moderate to Severe TBI
    • Skull Fractures
    • Contusion
    • Ocular/Eye Injuries
  • Secondary Complications
    • Intracranial Pressure (ICP)
    • Hypoxia
    • Anoxia
    • Hypotension
  • Seizures
  • Physical Changes Resulting from TBI
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Epidural Hematoma
    • Intracerebral Hematoma
    • Diffuse Axonal Injuries (DAI)
  • Symptoms of Moderate to Severe TBI
  • Potential Effects of Moderate to Severe TBI
  • Diagnosing Moderate to Severe TBI
    • Classifications of TBI
    • TBI Diagnosis
    • Imaging Tests
    • Glasgow Coma Scale
    • Rancho Los Amigos Scale of Cognitive Functioning
    • Military Acute Concussion Evaluation (MACE)
    • Post Deployment Health Assessment (PDHA)
  • Treament Stages of Moderate to Severe TBI
    • Immediate Treatment
    • Treating Intracranial Pressure
    • Intermediate TBI Treatment
    • Rehabilitation
    • Transitional Treatment
    • TBI Medication Chart
  • TBI Providers
    • Neuropsychology
    • Nursing Care
    • Speech Therapy
    • Physical Therapy
    • Occupational Therapy
  • Long Term Effects of Moderate to Severe TBI
    • Life Challenges
    • Disabilities
  • The Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC)
• Caregiver's Journey
  • Session One
    • Program Introduction
      • Related Information
    • Starting Your Caregiving Journey
      • Related Information
        • Introduction
        • Personalized Web Pages
        • Starting Your Caregiving Journey
    • Managing Physical Effects of TBI
      • Related Information
      • Headache
        • Related Information
          • Headaches
          • Other Physical Effects
            • Balance Problems
            • Sensory Changes
            • Spasticity
            • Hemiparesis, Hemiplegia
            • Bladder/Bowel Changes
            • Swallowing/Appetite & Weight
            • Visual Spatial Problems
            • Apraxia
            • Seizures
            • Heterotrophic Ossification
      • Sleeping Patterns
        • Related Information
          • Sleep Changes
          • Other Physical Effects
            • Balance Problems
            • Sensory Changes
            • Spasticity
            • Hemiparesis, Hemiplegia
            • Bladder/Bowel Changes
            • Swallowing/Appetite & Weight
            • Visual Spatial Problems
            • Apraxia
            • Seizures
            • Heterotrophic Ossification
      • Fatigue
        • Related Information
          • Fatigue/Loss of Stamina
          • Other Physical Effects
            • Balance Problems
            • Sensory Changes
            • Spasticity
            • Hemiparesis, Hemiplegia
            • Bladder/Bowel Changes
            • Swallowing/Appetite & Weight
            • Visual Spatial Problems
            • Apraxia
            • Seizures
            • Heterotrophic Ossification
      • Dizziness
        • Related Information
          • Dizziness
          • Other Physical Effects
            • Balance Problems
            • Sensory Changes
            • Spasticity
            • Hemiparesis, Hemiplegia
            • Bladder/Bowel Changes
            • Swallowing/Appetite & Weight
            • Visual Spatial Problems
            • Apraxia
            • Seizures
            • Heterotrophic Ossification
  • Session Two
    • Managing Cognitive Effects of TBI
      • Related Information
        • Cognitive Effects
        • Neuropsychological Evaluation
        • Common Cognitive Effects
          • Confusion
          • Speed of Processing
          • Attention Problems
          • Memory
          • Planning and Organization
          • Decision Making and Problem Solving
          • Confabulation
        • Memory Compensation
          • Compensation Strategies
          • Cueing
          • 5W Strategy
          • Feedback
          • Problem Solving
          • Problem Solving Worksheet
          • Communication Effects Overview
        • Communication Effects
          • Not Speaking Clearly
          • Starting Conversation
          • Word Finding
          • Following Conversation
          • Reading Comprehension
          • Dysarthria
          • Interrupting
          • Topic Selection
          • Writing
          • Nonverbal Communication
        • Behavioral Effects
          • Behavioral and Emotional Effects Overview
          • Frustration, Anger/Aggressiveness
          • Impulsivity/Self-Control
          • Poor Judgment
          • Lack of Initiation
          • Repetitive Behaviors
          • Social Skills
          • Sexual Behavior
          • Self Awareness
        • Emotional Effects
          • Depression
          • Anxiety
          • Mood Swings
          • Self-Esteem
    • Getting Organized
      • Related Information
        • Planning for the Future
          • Legal Issues
          • Guardianship
          • Power of Attorney
          • Medical Power of Attorney
          • Living Will
          • Wills
          • Trusts
          • My Legal Documents
          • Military Resources
        • Organizing Records
        • Organizing Information
        • Paying Bills
        • Medication Log
  • Session Three
    • Becoming an Advocate
      • Related Information
        • How to Advocate
          • To the Health Care Team
          • To Employers
          • To the Community
          • Policy Makers
          • Speaking Up for Your Family Member
    • Taking Care of Yourself
      • Related Information
        • Your Emotional Health
        • Coping With Caregiver Challenges
        • Your Physical Health
          • Sleep
          • Healthy Diet
          • Exercise
          • Tobacco Use
          • Alcohol and Drugs
          • Routine Medical Care
        • Problem Solving
        • Stress Busters
        • Stress Test
        • Caregiver Self-Assessment
    • Problem Solving
      • Related Information
  • Session Four
    • Helping Your Children Cope
      • Related Information
        • Tips for Helping Children Cope
        • Helping Children
    • Telling Your Children About TBI
      • Related Information
        • Communicating with Your Child
        • Building Family Ties
        • Helping Children
    • Addressing Family Needs
      • Related Information
        • Preserving Marriage or Relationship
        • Other Ways TBI May Affect the Family
  • Session Five
    • Preparing for the Transition to Home
      • Related Information
        • Before the Transition
        • Assistive Devices
        • Medication Log
    • Transitioning Home
      • Related Information
        • Sample Master Schedule
        • Medication Log
        • How Do I Manage Medications?
    • Getting Help with Caregiving
      • Related Information
        • Organizing Caregiving Help
        • How to Ask for Help
        • Coordinating Your Home Care Team
        • Time Management
        • Time Off/Respite Care
        • Home Health Care
        • Team Volunteer Form
        • Health Care Team Contact Information
        • Caregiver Support Worksheet
        • What to do if Caregiving is too much?
        • Residential Care Information
  • Session Six
    • Moving Forward
      • Related Information
        • Ongoing Recovery
        • What to Expect
        • Safety Tips
        • Driving
        • Alcohol and Drug Use
        • Avoiding Another TBI
        • Home Safety Checklist
    • Addressing Everyday Issues
      • Related Information
        • Family and Medical Leave Act
        • Public Benefits
        • Finding a Job
          • Balancing Work and Caregiving
          • Getting Help
          • Operation IMPACT
          • Federal Civil Service
    • Hope for the Future
      • Related Information
        • Finding Meaning in Caregiving
  • Caregiver Journeys
    • Related Information
  • Caregiver Guides - Printable
    • Related Information
  • Journal Templates
    • Related Information
  • Downloads
    • Related Information
  • Caregiver Tips
  • FCC Distribution Report
• Personal Journeys
• Resource Center
  • FAQs - TBI
  • FAQs - Caregivers
  • Related Links
  • Caregiver Guides
  • Journal Templates
  • Credits
  • Downloads
  • FCC Distribution Report

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