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Brain Injury Details

Regardless of the source of the injury, symptoms of brain injury vary in type and severity for each individual. This depends on the degree of the injury and the particular area of the brain that is damaged. Results of a brain injury include impairment of cognitive abilities and/or physical functioning. Each part of the brain controls specific functions of the body such as vision, physical movement, speech, memory, and emotions.

Loss of consciousness may occur lasting from a few minutes to weeks (coma). A brain injury without the loss of consciousness may go initially undiagnosed with the individual encountering significant problems in their attempts to resume daily activities.

Symptoms of Cognitive Disabilities and Brain Injury may include:

 

Physical

  • Speech impairments
  • Paralysis
  • Headaches
  • Vision
  • Seizure disorder
  • Muscle spasticity

Cognitive

  • Concentration & Attention
  • Perception
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Written & Oral Communication
  • Memory: Short & Long Term
  • Judgment
  • Sequencing
  • Orientation

Behavioral/Emotional

  • Fatigue
  • Anxiety
  • Self esteem
  • Restlessness & Agitation
  • Mood swings
  • Excessive emotions
  • Depression
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Lack of motivation
  • Difficulty coping
  • Self-centeredness


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