There is still so much to learn about the brain and what happens after brain injury. Research is helping to find answers, challenge assumptions and improve our understanding of brain injury, recovery and life after brain injury.
Explore the latest findings and discoveries from the world of brain injury research.
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Frontal lobe paradox and the Mental Capacity Act
A new report from neuropsychologists aims to raise awareness of the 'frontal lobe paradox' in the context of mental capacity assessments.
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Music interventions in disorders of consciousness (DOC) – a systematic review
The effects of music interventions including active and receptive music therapy for people living with neurogenic disorders of consciousness (DOC) have been subject to empirical studies in the past. The aim of this systematic review was to find and analyse the current research about the effects of musical interventions on people with DOC.
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Everyday Decisions Project
A new report published by Birmingham Law School and University of Birmingham reviews implementation of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
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Adjustment over time following stroke
Longitudinal research examines stroke survivors' experience over the first three years of their injury.
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Attending to the wound and the person
Research led by Dr Christoph Mueller and Dr Vanessa Raymont aimed to understand more about how well supported people with Traumatic Brain Injury are in the community.
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Experiences of ESA and PIP after brain injury
A study to explore how brain injury survivors feel about the process of applying for the welfare benefits Employment and Support Allowance and Personal Independence Payment.
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Self-awareness after brain injury found to improve outcomes
New research finds that improved self-awareness in TBI survivors is associated with better outcomes, although it is also associated with greater stress.
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Alcohol misuse and mood disorders following traumatic brain injury
This article reviews the interaction between alcohol misuse, mood disorders and traumatic brain injury.
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The partner's experience of traumatic brain injury and its recovery
Research looks at the experiences of partners of brain injury survivors.
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New research assesses interventions for driving after TBI
Cohort study of 340 drivers with TBI who failed an initial occupational therapy driving assessment, and the on-road training they were given.
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Psychological and cognitive distress in caregivers of a patient in PDOC
Research explores the impact on caregivers of having a relative in a prolonged disorder of consciousness, concluding that caregivers should be offered psychological and cognitive support through this time.
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Research explores the impact of compensation on mortality after severe TBI
The following research sought to explore the effect that financial compensation had on late mortality following rehabilitation for severe TBI.
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