Understanding Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (MTBI): An Insightful Guide to Symptoms, Treatments, and Redefining Recovery - Softcover

Keatley PhD, Mary Ann; Whittemore, Laura L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0982409419 ISBN 13: 9780982409411

Publisher: Brain Injury Hope Foundation, 2010

Synopsis

This valuable book is your go-to guide for anyone who has sustained a brain trauma or concussion.

You will learn about the symptoms and treatment options for:
Memory decline
Lack of attention and focus
Sleep issues
Mood swings
Fatigue
Brain fog

The Good News is that your magnificent brain has a resilience called neuroplasticity, the ability to improve and recover. Open the book to learn about the latest research, treatment and therapy options to retrain your brain. The intention of the authors is to inspire hope in survivors of brain traumas and brain diseases that they will get better, learn strategies to compensate, and discover their own resiliency and resourcefulness.

About this title

About the Author

Mary Ann Keatley, PhD, CCC, is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Neurotherapist who has specialized in the treatment of traumatic brain injuries and other neurological conditions for more than 40 years. Her broad experience includes neurorehabilitation, research, and publications in the fields of speech-language pathology, rehabilitation, and outcomes. Dr. Keatley is a Professional Speaker and gives presentations and training in the field of brain injury and recovery. Dr. Keatley has a private practice in Lafayette, CO. Laura L. Whittemore, MTBI Survivor and Thriver, has been in the field of psychology and education and an entrepreneur for more than 30 years. She sustained an MTBI in 2001, caused by a horseback riding accident. Fortunately, she was wearing a helmet. Since her life-changing, wake up call, she has focused her gifts gained through her recovery process into creating a greater awareness of MTBI. As a Professional Speaker and Life Coach, Laura inspires survivors to become thrivers.

Edition details

• Publisher: Brain Injury Hope Foundation
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0982409419
• ISBN 13: 9780982409411
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 190