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Brain Injury Treatment Panel #2 Blog, by Eliza Marie Somers

July 20th, 2018|Blog|

At the Brain Injury Hope Foundation our intention of the Survivor Series is to introduce TBI survivors and their families to different approaches to healing and adapting to life after at TBI.

We do not endorse any of the methods or the healthcare providers that participate in our panels. We […]

Feed Your Brain To Boost Recovery

June 8th, 2018|Blog|

Are you craving sugar after your TBI? Is your sense of smell and taste off since the accident? Has your appetite diminished? Are you battling fatigue and mood swings? Well, these are just a few of the changes you may experience after a mild traumatic brain injury.

However, eating a […]

Beyond Surviving: Fatigue and Energy Management

May 11th, 2018|Blog|

We have all hit the wall at some point in our lives where we just can’t keep going. It’s like walking into a plate glass door – it stops you cold.

Survivors of traumatic brain injuries experience these moments more frequently, even making it hard for some folks to get […]

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Alternative Therapies: A Different Approach to Healing TBI

April 13th, 2018|Blog|

Navigating the healthcare system is a tough road to travel, add in a head injury and the road becomes filled with potholes and obstacles. Head injuries are called invisible injuries for a reason, as many people, including doctors, do not recognize the symptoms and often dismiss concussions as a […]

When and How to Disclose Your TBI

March 9th, 2018|Blog|

Survivor Series #3—Disclosure with Nancy Freeman, Facilitator

Disclosure. It’s a touchy subject especially when you have an “invisible injury,” such as a Traumatic Brain Injury. Yes, it can be easier to disclose your injury to friends and family as opposed to an employer or co-workers, but disclosure can work to […]

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Keys to Re-empowerment after a Brain Injury

February 9th, 2018|Blog|

Keys to Re-empowerment after a Brain Injury

Our bodies want to naturally heal and operate at optimal condition. Take that little cut on your finger, for example. You don’t have to do much except keep it clean and covered, and voila! Your body mends itself to create a new barrier […]

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