Brain injuries affect millions of people, yet the way we talk about them isn't always clear or consistent. The words we use matter. They shape how people understand their injuries, access services, and move forward with their lives. They also shape how others think about brain injuries and the people who experience them.
A diverse group of brain injury advocates, healthcare professionals, researchers, and people with lived experience came together to create this guidance on communicating about brain injury. This collaborative statement provides 12 key considerations to help everyone – from families and survivors to clinicians and policymakers – talk about brain injury in ways that are clear, accurate, and hopeful.