Aphasia is a communication disorder that affects one’s ability to produce or understand language. It is most commonly associated with damage to the left hemisphere,
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive neurological condition associated with repeated traumatic brain injuries. While it has gathered widespread attention because of its relation to
Post-traumatic cervical dystonia (also known as spasmodic torticollis) is a serious movement disorder that can occur after TBI. It’s a condition that causes the muscles
Emotional problems after traumatic brain injury can be complex secondary effects. A brain injury can cause a wide variety of emotions, from sudden anger to feeling
Breathing problems are a dangerous complication of traumatic brain injuries (TBI). They most commonly arise after an injury to the brain stem. To help you
Light sensitivity is a common problem after a head injury. However, sometimes the symptoms of light sensitivity can be hard to recognize, as they often
Left neglect (a type of hemispatial neglect) refers to a disorder of attention that causes a person to have difficulty noticing, attending to, and responding
If you have ever experienced sensory overload after brain injury, you are not alone. Hypersensitivity to stimulation often occurs after TBI because your brain is
Perseveration after brain injury can cause someone to continuously repeat actions, words, or thoughts. It is thought to occur due to changes in memory, attention,
Nystagmus refers to a secondary effect of head injury that causes the eyes to make rapid, uncontrolled movements. It usually occurs after cerebellar damage. Vestibular disorders
