Causes/Risks of TBI
Does your head have to be the only thing that has to be hit to get TBI?
No, It can be your whole body that gets hurt or injured.
What part of the brain is affected by TBI?
Frontal lobe, and cerebral cortex, which affects your major functions
How many people in Europe die each year from TBI?
75,000
What are the treatments for TBI?
counseling for emotional and Surgery for the bleeding brain.
What age is at the greatest risk?
65 years and older
Can your personalty change from a TBI?
Yes, you can have major mood swings, and changes, due to brain damadge
Which one is more likely gonna get TBI, Men or Women?
Men
How can a doctor diagnose you for TBI?
MRI scan and CT scan
Can a TBI cause death?
Yes
Can TBI cause problems years later?
Yes, at least 1/5th of those with more serve injuries have been reported difficulties with their physical health.
Is TBI a silent epidemic?
Yes, 1 out of every 200 people will sustain some form of TBI.
On average, how long does it take to recover from a TBI with adequate treatment?
A week to a month
What are some other functions of your body that are affected?
Motor skills, thinking skills, strength, balance, endurance, etc.
What are the Long term disabilities it can cause?
Anxiety, Depression and mood changes
What are the types of TBI?
Should you rest for a long period of time for your TBI?
No, the longer you wait the more harder it will be to go back to your normal activities that you use to do and school/work.
What is the number one cause of TBI?
Firearm-related suicide is the most common
How can the body be effected by TBI?
Your everyday function and thinking skills may be impacted for life
Do people with TBI get mad easily?
Many brain injury survivors experience problems managing anger.
How many are diagonsed for TBI?
2.5 million people