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Old 04-05-2013, 12:54 PM
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Hi Kristina. As Darlene says there is a specific forum for TBI/PCS, lots of good information can be found there, as well as many folks who will relate and share their experience.

All brain injuries are different. Are you seeing anyone professionally for your symptoms? Speech or occupational therapy may be helpful. Another suggestion would be to have a neuropsychological assessment done by a clinical neuropsychologist; they can help identify specific deficits and recommending specific treatment. This can be expensive but health insurance may cover this.

All brain injuries are different. You are way too young to be a "lost cause". Best to you as you recover.

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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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