The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) has launched Brain Injury Awareness Month for this March, which will coordinate a national campaign aimed at educating the public on the incidence and needs of individuals with traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Also known as the “Not Alone Campaign”, organizers are seeking to spread awareness on how families and individuals can find public resources to recover.

In addition to efforts from the BIAA, the Congressional Brain Injury Task Force has set March 18 as Brain Injury Awareness Day, in which a large network of government agencies and disability non-profit groups will gather to discuss issues affecting individuals with TBIs.

What Should I Know About TBIs?

More than 5.3 million children and adults in the U.S. live with a TBI, making it one of the most common reasons for disability. Causes of TBI include falls, motor vehicle accidents, blunt force trauma and stroke. Members of the military are also affected and over 300,000 have sustained TBIs from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Depending on the severity of a brain injury, short and long-term complications can vary. Complications can include cognitive problems such as trouble with memory or trouble controlling emotions and behavior. Some individuals may need long-term care from specialists and residency centers while others with less severe brain injuries may require a shorter rehabilitation or none at all.

Metier Law Firm has experience helping individuals who have sustained brain injuries recover compensation to pay for rehabilitation services, adaptive equipment and loss of income. We encourage our readers to explore our website further to learn more about how individuals with TBIs and their families can find help.

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