Concussion symptoms can be difficult to manage and have an impact on both the life of the person with the concussion and you. Some symptoms may come and go, and recovery may take longer than expected. It can be frustrating, debilitating and scary. With the right education, you can provide support to your loved one […]
Returning to work is a process – not an event. The process begins before you arrive back on the job, and continues throughout the on-the-job experience. There are many factors that will contribute to a successful return to work, including psychosocial health. Psychosocial health refers to the connection between one’s social well-being and one’s individual […]
Dealing with a brain injury can result in a range of challenges that may leave you feeling vulnerable in ways you have not experienced before. On those days when you may be feeling defeated or impatient with the fluctuating pace of your recovery – how can you not be fearful about the uncertainty of it […]
Your level of self-confidence can show in many ways – in your behaviour, your body language, how you think, what you say, and more. When confidence in your ability is high, you are generally able to master various skills and achieve meaningful goals. You trust in your ability to work towards your goals in a […]
Disclaimer: The term cultural competence is used frequently in academic texts, but is an outdated term that is being phased out of everyday culture. To accurately portray the concept of professionals being educated and aware of culture and its impacts on health care, we will be replacing the term ‘cultural competence’ in this article with […]
After a brain injury, a person may find communicating more challenging. This includes speaking, listening, reading, writing, and understanding language. Topics in this section include: Aphasia Tips for coping with communication challenges Reading Writing Dysarthria Apraxia Aphasia Aphasia is the term used to describe a language disorder. It is a common language problem that occurs […]
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