Traumatic Brain Injury is an insult to the brain, not of a degenerative or congenital nature but caused by an external physical force, that may produce a diminished or altered state of consciousness, which results in an impairment of cognitive abilities or physical functioning. It can result in the disturbance of behavioral or emotional functioning. These impairments may be either temporary or permanent and cause partial to total functional disability or psychosocial maladjustment. One can define a brain injury in technical terms, but in no way can it describe the personal and horrible realities of each individual situation.
Every situation is different due to the complexity of the brain.
Such factors as the area of injury or how much force was involved, can re-define brain injury. Having emotional support is vital for both the injured person as well as the families involved. Being able to discuss thoughts and feelings is absolutely essential in dealing with the effects of traumatic brain injury. Often, however, people become afraid and will more or less abandon the injured person and or family. That is why we want to help.