Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning Can Help People With Tbi Manage Daily Living

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning has revolutionized the way we interact with technology, from the voice assistants that help us manage our daily lives to the sophisticated algorithms that power the personalized recommendations that pop up on our streaming services. Used properly, these technologies can be especially helpful for those with traumatic brain injury...

Finding Reliable Health Information For Traumatic Brain Injury: Insights From Patients And Caregivers

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can cause long-term physical and cognitive disabilities. Those who suffer from chronic TBI symptoms require ongoing care, and their caregivers often have to coordinate or provide that care. Health information is crucial for managing the needs and concerns of patients and caregivers, but studies have found that caregivers of people with...

Early Diagnosis Of Traumatic Brain Injury In Emergencies: Heart Rate Variability As A Noninvasive Diagnostic Measure

An estimated 1.7 million people suffer from traumatic brain injuries (TBI) annually in the United States. In cases of blunt trauma, TBI emergencies often coincide with trauma in many organ systems, resulting in hemorrhagic shock. This type of shock causes severe blood loss that limits oxygen delivery to the body’s cells. This can make it...

Traumatic Brain Injury Is Associated With Alzheimer’s Diagnosis At A Younger Age.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death and disability in individuals over 45 years of age in industrialized countries. Single and repeated TBI is linked to progressive neurodegeneration and has been identified as a risk factor for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, which accounts for roughly 60 to 80% of dementia cases. Characterized...

Closing The Gap In Educators’ Knowledge About Students With Traumatic Brain Injury.

A leading cause of death and disability in school-aged children is traumatic brain injury (TBI). Children with TBI may face new academic challenges, largely due to impairment of concentration, attention, and processing speed following their injury. Although students with TBI may share some characteristics of students with other disabilities, TBI is distinct in that children...

Understanding The Role Of Ptsd In Recovery From TBI.

People who have experienced traumatic brain injury (TBI) may continue to experience emotional and cognitive problems even after the initial recovery from injury. Experts have identified a significant association between TBI and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), given that TBI may occur during an event that is also emotionally traumatic, such as a vehicle accident or...

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy Improves Post-concussive Symptoms.

Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), or concussion, is often associated with chronic cognitive difficulties. Although these symptoms usually resolve within weeks of a concussion, a small proportion of people who sustain mTBI will experience post-concussive symptoms that persist for months or years, often causing significant social and emotional challenges. A potential pathway for treating these...

Noninvasive Direct Current Stimulation Is A New Therapeutic Treatment For Insomnia Following TBI.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. Individuals with TBI may experience a range of emotional, psychological, and cognitive challenges. Among these commonly reported complications is post-traumatic sleep-wake disorders, including insomnia. Current standard treatments for post-TBI insomnia include benzodiazepine drugs, cognitive behavioral therapy, and other psychological treatments, with varying...

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Contributes To Sleep Disturbances In Pediatric Patients.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major pediatric health concern, as researchers estimate that 10% of children are likely to sustain a TBI before the age of 10. Even a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) in children can cause adverse outcomes such as headaches, dizziness, emotional problems, and impaired cognition. A common complaint among children...