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Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Phoenix AZ
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Location: Phoenix AZ
Posts: 531
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This is one of these questions for which the only real answer is "it depends".
For me I started work part time from home about four months after my accident, which I found beneficial because I was feeling anxious about not being productive. I believe having some work that required thought and analysis was helpful in restoring my cognitive abilities.
That said, in your case I would see the blurry vision as a counter indication if the job requires time in front of a computer. If you are having short term memory problems this would be another indicator you may be going back too soon. Not being able to perform at a new job and being let go might be more detrimental in the long term than waiting for a while longer. The insomnia would also be problematic in your ability to perform at your best.
If you are unsure of your cognitive abilities you might consider having a neuropsychological assessment from a clinical neuropsychologist. The test should help confirm if you are “good to go” or if not, the psychologist could recommend specific therapies.
Best to you.
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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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