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Old 10-29-2012, 02:40 PM
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Thanks Nick. While you have had your ups and downs over the months it's been inspiring to see your progress on this journey.

If I may add some additional things that work for me:

When I was just a couple months home form the hospital my family got me a “therapy dog” my wonderful little pug named Keona (Hawaiian for “God’s gracious gift”). Her smiles and hugs do wonders for me.

Massage therapy. I go once a month, I started due to residual physical issues but I find the emotional benefit even more helpful.

I began going to a monthly TBI survivor’s support group meeting.

Sex. Yes, I said it also.

Best to you on this continuing journey

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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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