Uber Comes to Brain Injury Rehabilitation
Written by Rolf B. Gainer, PhD & Dan Harren Uber has brought about big changes in access to transportation and businesses modeled after Uber are springing up in areas like:…
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Know The Signs Of A Concussion Before It Happens
With schools around the nation starting, school football and soccer teams are already practicing for the upcoming season, but that means these young athletes are putting themselves at risk for…
ReadCommonly Prescribed Drugs May Slow Brain Injury Recovery
A common class of drug used to treat conditions ranging from bladder problems to depression and insomnia may hinder recovery from brain injury according to a new report published in…
ReadThe Long Way Round: Finding Meaning in our Trauma
Written by Dan Harren Trauma is bad. Duh. We all know this. But I’ve met a handful of survivors who are actually thankful for their injuries. It turns out that,…
ReadWhat happened to our two brains?
In the 1960’s and 1970’s neuroscientists spoke of our “two brains” and traits, skills and even aspects of personality were assigned to a person being either “Right brained” or “Left…
ReadStudy Links Childhood TBI With Long-Term Attention Problems
Past research has found an association between moderate and severe traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and attention issues, but a new study shows even mild TBI – including concussions – may…
ReadExpert Shares Pre-Season Tips For Preventing Sports-Related Concussions
As the start of school draws near, so does the fall athletic season. Before student-athletes hit the field for pre-season practice, it is essential they receive a thorough education to…
ReadCraig Phillips Creates a Spark of Hope
Our friend, Craig Phillips, has contributed a lot of inspiration to our blog and his e-books and website are a regular staple in our Resources section. Craig openly shares his…
ReadA Blood Test May Be Able To Gauge Brain Injury Severity
Findings published in the Journal of Neurotrauma claim a new blood test can not only quickly identify traumatic brain injury, but also accurately determine the severity of the injury. If…
ReadDespite The Claims, There’s No Such Thing As A ‘Concussion Pill’
Over the past week, TV and online news have been abuzz about a “concussion pill” that can almost magically heal brain injuries. Perhaps you’ve seen this report or this recent…
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