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Remember this is not uncommon after a brain injury - you are not the only one having trouble |
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Having a "Short Fuse" is a direct result of the brain damage so:
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it is not the person's fault |
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it certainly is not your fault |
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being able to discuss it won't necessarily stop it happening next time. |
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You don't have to put up with abuse - and becoming a "punch bag" will not help your relative. |
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Anticipate and avoid situations which carry a risk of "short fuse" incidents. |
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When he or she does "lash out" don't react emotionally, try to stay very calm. |
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Leave the angry person alone if you can do so safely. |
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Don't try to discuss why this is happening at the time - wait until later. |
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At a calm time talk over any frustrations the person has and explain why you are not going to be drawn in next time they "explode". |
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Seek professional help if the problem is severe. A Clinical Psychologist may be able to help your relative with self control. |
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