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Old 06-14-2013, 12:01 PM
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Originally Posted by MBoychuk View Post
I also have been experience impairment in short term memory. The feeling tends to be worse if I am tired. This has totally interfered with my daily life because I am persistently stuck with this altered mind state. Has anyone had any luck with getting rid of "disconnected feeling"? Regards,
Mike
Hi Mike. I had significant deficits with short term memory, spatial orientation, and executive functions (disconnected feelings) which gradually resolved, but overall it took about five months.

Are you currently seeing anyone for these symptoms? I found speech and occupational therapies helpful in resolving these symptoms. An example of memory problems, I had problems doing any simple math problems. My wife had me do multiplication flash cards (like I was in grade school again), and this actually did help with ST memory. Crossword puzzles or Sudoku may help. Just don’t overdo it, quiet rest is also important, as is good nutrition. Review the supplements thread in the sticky threads.

Your injury was relatively recent. Recovery can take time. 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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