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Let's talk continence problems
Continence problems are a common issue after brain injury
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Fireworks after brain injury
Fireworks are a common symbol of celebration and can be impressive to watch. However, the flashing lights and loud noises can be a challenge for brain injury survivors to cope with, in addition to the crowds of people that come with organised displays.
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Christmas after brain injury
Christmas can be a busy, chaotic and stressful time and the effects of a brain injury may turn festive fun into festive fear.
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Managing impulsivity and disinhibition
Following a brain injury a person may be left with issues of disinhibition and impulsivity.
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Dancing after brain injury
Read on for some toe-tapping top tips to get you dancing after brain injury!
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Pregnancy after brain injury
For most women, pregnancy is both an exciting and anxious time. However, having a baby may present additional challenges and worries for brain injury survivors.
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Theme parks: accessibility after brain injury
The United Kingdom is home to some of the World’s best theme parks and every year millions of thrill-seekers allow themselves to be hurtled around tracks, tipped upside down and dropped from a great height in search of adrenaline-inducing fun. Brain injury survivors should exercise extra caution before getting on a rollercoaster or ride.
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Socialising after brain injury
Whether you take up a hobby, attend your local Headway group, or just meet up with friends, having an active social life plays an important role in boosting both mental and physical wellbeing and may even aid a brain injury survivor’s recovery.
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Music after brain injury
Following brain injury, music can help with cognitive functioning, social skills and physical ability. Here we look at the music sessions led by Headway groups and branches.
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Managing anxiety after brain injury
Anxiety is a commonly felt emotion following a brain injury and statistics show that it is one of the most called about topics to our helpline.
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Hot weather after brain injury
Most people welcome hot weather, but for many people with a brain injury the heat can cause problems and make it harder to manage the effects of their injury.
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How to manage memory problems after brain injury
Impairment of memory is one of the most common effects of a brain injury and can cause serious problems with day-to-day living.
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