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Old 04-16-2012, 12:11 PM
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Depression is very common with TBI/PCS. In addition to Mark's suggestion about having your meds evaluated, talk therapy may be useful. Talk in general is good, as long as the other party in the discussion is aware of your feelings and understands your concerns. Controlled breathing/relaxation my help. Think about the good things in your life (you mentioned your kids) and make a gratitude list. I still get depressed but I found these little things were (and still are) helpful.

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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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