Helping patients/clients improve health habits

[…] relief. People who used drugs and alcohol before their injury may wonder if it is safe to return to use. In general, research suggests that it is best to avoid using alcohol or other substances after brain injury to allow the brain to heal and avoid more serious problems. Understanding how drugs affect recovery […]

Concussion

[…] symptoms are more common than others. According to the Living Concussion Guidelines and the Vancouver Coastal Health concussion guide, these are common issues people experience, and how best to treat them. Headaches Headaches are one of the most common challenges after a concussion. They come in a variety of types and with different symptoms. […]

Relationships after brain injury

[…] on respect, even when disagreeing Disagreements are a guarantee in relationships, and after a brain injury you may find yourself disagreeing about different things. But do your best not to let anger, sadness, or hurt feelings interfere with being respectful to your partner. They’re struggling with their feelings too, and while you may not […]

Managing money

[…] on top of recovering from a brain injury. The nature of your injury may also contribute to financial challenges. It’s important to understand your current finances as best as possible, options for savings, and how to plan for the future. You should also be aware of financial assistance programs that may be available. You […]

Tips for coping with hearing loss

[…] audiologist may recommend . In-the-ear (ITE) This type of hearing aid fits inside the ear canal and on the outer portion of the ear. This type is best for mild hearing loss. Behind-the-ear (BTE) This type fits behind the ear. This hearing aid works for all degrees of hearing loss, including severe. Behind-the-ear aids […]

Tips for helping survivors coping with hearing loss

[…] audiologist may recommend . In-the-ear (ITE)  This type of hearing aid fits inside the ear canal and on the outer portion of the ear. This type is best for mild hearing loss. Behind-the-ear (BTE) This type fits behind the ear. This hearing aid works for all degrees of hearing loss, including severe. Behind-the-ear aids […]