Gillard A. Traumatic Brain Injury 2014

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There are more than 200,000 cases of traumatic brain injury in the United States every year. It is a major cause of deaths and disabilities. This guidebook provides essential information on Traumatic Brain Injury, but also presents first-person narratives by people coping with Traumatic Brain Injury. Readers will learn from the words of patients, family members, or caregivers. The symptoms, causes, treatments, and potential cures are explained in detail. Alternative treatments are also covered. Each essay is carefully edited and presented with an introduction, so that they are accessible for student researchers and readers.
Introduction
Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury
Controversies Concerning Traumatic Brain Injury
Personal Experiences with Traumatic Brain Injury