Hi Owlin. Being alive is certainly a good start, especially considering the alternative!

I don’t see you as being whiney at all; sharing our experience, strength, and hope is why we are here.

Your accident was relatively recent as head injuries go. At my two month mark I was still in the hospital in the neuro-rehab unit. I shared your difficulties with math, to the point where I was shown a 7 + 4 = ? flashcard and I couldn’t figure it out. Three months later my math skills were rated “superior” in a follow up neuropsychological assessment.

The fact that you have improved slightly already is a good sign. Are you currently having any form of therapy for your cognitive deficits? I found occupational and speech therapy very beneficial in this regard. Things I continue to find useful for alleviating the anxiety and “mind chatter” nearly three years later include yoga and mindfulness meditation.

Wishing you a steady recovery. Let us know how things progress, and don’t be reluctant to ask questions; lots of experience can be found here.

Best to you.