The ABI/TBI Quiz: An Overview

6. Early rapid recovery is a good indication that long-term recovery will continue rapidly and be complete.

Answer: (b.) false

After a TBI, children may show signs of rapid physical recovery. This physical recovery however, should not be equated with the child's overall recovery. Despite good physical recovery, children may have long-term cognitive and psychosocial deficits. Furthermore, recovery should be thought of as a continuum, not an end point.

  • Cognitive Sequelae of TBI

Problems associated with:

Memory
Intellectual Functions
Language
Academic Functioning
Attention & Concentration

  • Psychosocial Adjustments after TBI

    Adjustment is influenced by:
     
    Common Personality Disturbances
    Cause of Behavior Problems
    Pre-Injury Personality Traits
    Family’s Ability to Cope
    Denial of Illness
    Affective Problems

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