A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can happen when there is a blow, bump, or jolt to the head that disrupts normal brain function. There are two main types of TBI: a “closed” injury, when nothing ...

Traumatic Brain Injury Causes. A number of things can cause a traumatic brain injury. Some of the most common causes are: Car, motorcycle, and bicycle accidents, including those that lead to ...

“Traumatic brain injury is a blow or jolt to the head that typically causes alteration or a change in the function of the brain, and that’s what we describe as a mild traumatic brain injury or ...

Adam had a severe traumatic brain injury. Adam was fortunate to survive a major car accident three years ago. He was in hospital for several months but had no ongoing physical injuries.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) occurs when a severe jolt or blow to the head leads to brain damage. It can also result when an object, such as a bullet or shrapnel, pierces the brain.

Basics of traumatic brain injury from the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). Understanding Brain Injury: What you should know about brain injury and recovery This video uses ...

Cell phone video records Rakeyia Scott, the wife of Keith Lamont Scott, who was fatally shot by police, screaming, “He has a TBI,” or traumatic brain injury.

A traumatic brain injury is when the brain is damaged by an external mechanical force, like the type you may have in a car accident, if you fall, play sport or if you are assaulted.

Federal programs that support people with brain injury, such as HEADS UP and the National Concussion Surveillance System, are ...

From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. Understanding Brain Injury: What you should know about brain injury and recovery This video uses ...

Traumatic brain injury multiplies the risk of major depression eightfold. While the emotional trauma of whatever caused such deep damage may be understandable, from a blast in a war zone to a blow ...

Recovering from a traumatic brain injury is a long and often difficult process. Depending on the severity of the injury, recovery can take months to years. Learn what patients and their loved ones can ...