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Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Phoenix AZ
Posts: 531
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Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Phoenix AZ
Posts: 531
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With the caveat that all brain injuries are different, I will say that when I started back to work part time it really helped my self-esteem and overall mood to feel useful again. I believe it also helped with improving my memory deficits I had at the time. I was then able to return to my full time position three months later.
Things to consider:
How do you feel when around people? While the library is generally a relatively quiet environment there will be other employees and library patrons to deal with. If you are OK in relatively low key social interactions this job may be a good step forward for your recovery.
Have you identified migraine triggers? If these occur regularly and without warning you may need some additional rest time. Otherwise this sounds like a good plan.
Best to you in your continued recovery.
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What Happened: On November 29, 2010, I was walking across the street and was hit by a light rail commuter train. Result was a severe traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures (skull, pelvis, ribs). Total hospital stay was two months, one in ICU followed by an additional month in neuro-rehab. Upon hospital discharge, neurological testing revealed deficits in short term memory, executive functioning, and spatial recognition.
Today: Neuropsychological examination five months post-accident indicated a return to normal cognitive functioning, and I returned to work approximately 6 months after the accident. I am grateful to be alive and am looking forward to enjoying the rest of my life.
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