The UAB-TBIMS offers a series of Information Sheets developed through a collaboration between the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center (MSKTC) (sitio web disponible en español) and the TBI Model Systems of Care. These fact sheets are written for consumers.
All Infosheets are free to print and disseminate for educational purposes.
Understanding TBI Part 1: What happens to the brain during injury and in the early stages of recovery from TBI?
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to damage to the brain caused by an external physical force such as a car accident, a gunshot wound to the head, or a fall. Part 1 in this 4 part series. Spanish version (en español)
Understanding TBI Part 2: Brain injury impact on individuals’ functioning
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to damage to the brain caused by an external physical force such as a car accident, a gunshot wound to the head, or a fall. Part 2 in this 4 part series. Spanish version (en español)
Understanding TBI Part 3: The Recovery Process
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to damage to the brain caused by an external physical force such as a car accident, a gunshot wound to the head, or a fall. Part 3 in this 4 part series. Spanish version (en español)
Understanding TBI Part 4: The impact of a recent TBI on family members and what they can do to help with recovery
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to damage to the brain caused by an external physical force such as a car accident, a gunshot wound to the head, or a fall. Part 4 in this 4 part series. Spanish version (en español)
Understanding and Coping With Irritability, Anger, and Aggression After TBI
This factsheet explains irritability, anger, and aggression after TBI. Spanish version (en español)
A Family Caregiver Guide to Selecting Rehabilitation Programs for Persons With Disorders of Consciousness.
This factsheet explains the medical and rehabilitation care needs of persons with disorders of consciousness (DoC). It discusses the questions to ask when searching for the right program for your loved one with a DoC. Spanish version (en español)
Being a Parent With Traumatic Brain Injury
Parenting can be a very rewarding experience, but is often challenging. This factsheet includes tools for how to overcome parenting challenges that might be encountered after a TBI. Spanish version (en español)
Stress Management for TBI Caregivers
This fact sheet explains strategies caregivers can use to manage stress. Spanish version (en español)
Understanding Problem Behavior Changes After Moderate to Severe Traumatic Brain Injury
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Concussion Recovery
This fact reviews symptoms, recovery, and long-term outcomes. It also talks about where to get support after a concussion. Spanish version (en español)
Social Skills After Traumatic Brain Injury
This fact sheet explains what social skills are, how a TBI may affect them, and some tips to improve them after a TBI. Spanish version (en español)
Sleep
Many people who have brain injuries suffer from sleep disturbances. Spanish version (en español)
Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Traumatic Brain Injury
This factsheet explains OSA for persons with TBI, including signs for and diagnosis and treatment of OSA. Spanish version (en español)
Vision Problems and Traumatic Brain Injury
This factsheet discusses the common types of vision problems after TBI, how problems affect day-to-day life, and managing vision problems. Spanish version (en español)
Couples’ Relationships after Traumatic Brain Injury
This factsheet will help couples understand some of the common changes they may notice in their relationship after TBI. Also, suggestions are given for ways that couples can address some of the more difficult changes they are experiencing. Spanish version (en español)
Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation
Inpatient rehabilitation is designed to help you improve function after a moderate to severe traumatic brain injury. Spanish version (en español)
Severe Traumatic Brain Injury
This fact sheet explains how a severe TBI affects the injured person, what to expect from a team of doctors and other health care professionals providing care, and how you can support this team and your loved one on his or her road to recovery. Spanish version (en español)
Memory and Traumatic Brain Injury
Memory problems are very common in people with moderate to severe TBI. Learn more about memory and TBI. Spanish version (en español)
Staying Healthy After TBI
This factsheet includes information about how to monitor and maintain your physical and mental health after TBI. It also includes resources to help you stay healthy after TBI. Spanish version (en español)
Traumatic Brain Injury and Chronic Pain: Part 1
This factsheet will help you understand the common causes and symptoms of chronic pain for people with traumatic brain injury. Spanish version (en español)
Traumatic Brain Injury and Chronic Pain: Part 2
This factsheet will explain some of the more common ways people with traumatic brain injury (TBI) manage chronic pain without the use of medication. Spanish version (en español)
Cognitive Problems
Cognition is the act of knowing or thinking. Learn more about cognitive problems with TBI and strategies for addressing them. Spanish version (en español)
Driving
A brain injury can affect the skills needed to drive safely. Learn more about driving after a brain injury. Spanish version (en español)
Changes in Emotion After Traumatic Brain Injury
A brain injury can change the way people feel or express emotions. Learn more about emotional problems after a brain injury. Spanish version (en español)
Fatigue
Fatigue is a feeling of exhaustion, tiredness, weariness or lack of energy. Learn more about fatigue in individuals with TBI. Spanish version (en español)
Headaches
Headache is one of the most common symptoms after traumatic brain injury (often called post-traumatic headache). Spanish version (en español)
Returning to School
Parental involvement is critical when a young person is returning to school after a traumatic brain injury. Spanish version (en español)
Seizures
One of the problems that can occur after a traumatic brain injury is seizures. Spanish version (en español)
Vegetative & Minimally Conscious States
Severe brain injury causes a change in consciousness. Brain injury can cause a wide range of disturbances of consciousness. Spanish version (en español)
Alcohol & TBI
Alcohol use and TBI are closely related. Up to two-thirds of people with TBI have a history of alcohol abuse or risky drinking. Spanish version (en español)
Balance Problems & TBI
People with traumatic brain injury (TBI) commonly report problems with balance. Spanish version (en español)
Depression
Depression is a feeling of sadness, loss, despair or hopelessness that does not get better over time and is overwhelming enough to interfere with daily life. Spanish version (en español)
Sexuality
Changes in sexual functioning are common after TBI. Spanish version (en español)
Loss of Smell or Taste After Traumatic Brain Injury
This fact sheet explains the loss of the sense of smell or taste after TBI. Spanish version (en español)
Spasticity after TBI
Spasticity is the uncontrolled tightening of your muscles caused by disrupted signals from the brain, common in persons with severe brain injuries. Learn more about symptoms, treatments, and options for managing muscle spasticity. Spanish version (en español)
