One challenge most if not all of those survival stories do no include is muddled thinking and the organic propensity for depression. I have often thought about how I would do on my own. I may be fine but also may slowly sink into a state of inability to make positive choices about my own care. I know that from time to time, I can not get out of my own way. Thankfully, I have a wonderful wife to spur me on.

Our minds have an innate sense of self survival. I am not sure that innate sense stays intact after brain injuries, at least for some.

Fortunately, this forum offers me to opportunity to see the many success I have had over the years as I have found ways to overcome many of my struggles.