Traumatic Brain Injury Adult Tips on Behavior
Traumatic brain injury behavior tips and information
Families and survivors describe changes in behavior after head trauma as irritability, mood swings, anger, and impulsiveness. Many veterans and service members returning from war experience post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Head trauma can decrease inhibitions and result in sexual behaviors and comments that are inappropriate. Changes in social skills may affect relationships with peers, family, coworkers and friends. Substance abuse with alcohol or drugs increases the risks of depression and repeated injury.
These tip cards give information on these topics and will help families, survivors, services members and clinicians understand the causes of behavioral changes after brain injury and give tips and strategies for coping and treatment.
Products
Myths & Facts about Behavior after Brain Injury
OOPS! Social Skills after Brain Injury
Behavior at Home in Adults after Brain Injury
Information and tips for families and caregivers on managing behaviors after brain injury at home. Identifies behavior problems and shows families how to develop successful strategies for change and positive support.
This Tip card is included in the Tool Kit for Life Care Planners and Case Managers on Adults with Brain Injury.
Behavior Programs and Behavior Problems
Minding Behavior in Adults after Brain Injury
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD
PTSD information describes causes, signs, symptoms and effects of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder after a concussion or traumatic brain injury. PTSD is often seen in service members and veterans exposed to blast injuries but can also occur in civilians hurt in car crashes, natural disasters and other life threatening events.
This Tip card is included in the PTSD Tool Kit for Veterans and Families.
