Typical Problems which are Encountered by the Brain Injured

Cognitive - Intellectual -
Emotional

Physical

Neurosensory Losses

Personality Change

Poor memory
(particularly short term)

Lack of concentration

Tiredness

Depression/ Low self esteem

Moodiness

Introversion

Inability to recall information

Problems of understanding

Inhibitions/Disinhibition

Lack of moral judgement

'Straight Line thinking'

Inability to organise oneself

Inability to cope with Noise or Stress

Unrealistic about capabilities/poor insight

Epilepsy

Paralysis/Spasticity

Speech problems

Headaches

Dizzy Spells

Deafness

Loss of vision
(total,partial,restricted distorted)

Loss of senses
(smell,taste,touch)

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