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Old 03-20-2012, 11:10 PM
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I can only think of this as it relates to myself, that is, being on the receiving end of the caregiving. The biggest thing I needed and still need is my husband's empathy. Before I would have said I need him to understand; to really get it. But now I know that you can't get it unless you've lived it.

But anyone can demonstrate empathy, an attempt to get it or to imaging how it feels. I thing it's fine to admit that as a caregiver you may not really know but it means the world to us to know that you believe our un-seeable symptoms and you are doing your best to understand.

Thanks to our spouses and caregivers. You are precious to us and I know that you are also having your own emotions and pressures to deal with on top of every thing.



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Female, 44 years old. Several concussions over the years - the first was most severe (kicked by horse), recovered well. Last 2 concussions Oct, 2009 and were two weeks apart. I attempted to return to working 12 hrs/wk (working from home), but was unsuccessful. Currently applying for medical disability.

Primary Symptoms: dizziness, light & sound sensitivity, confusion, difficulty focusing attention, headaches, depression, exteme fatigue, some insomnia and occassional speach problems - stammer, halted speach as I try to find the word or thought and using incorrect words. Trouble focusing on conversation if there is other noise around - especially other conversations.
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