Recovery from Brain Injury Occurs for the Rest of a Person's Life

The human brain is a wonderful organ with amazing flexibility. Dr. Dave Hovda advocates for those who have had traumatic brain injuries and discusses the process of recovery.
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[@azramirez7674]

I got ran over by someone going 65mph. I was in coma and suffered a major TBI. Was told I wouldn’t walk or ever return back to work! One year later after a lot of prayer and pushing myself! I returned back to work and have no issues!!! Theirs hope for everyone! Just stay in faith and know you’ll recover!!

[@nylaaleiah6561]

Same exact sorry as me.. I returned to Work within 6 months after the accident. However, it wasn’t easy…. Had to learn everything again.

[@nylaaleiah6561]

@@hawkishunting6223 honestly it takes time… however continue to Exercise your brain, eat healthy, also play memory games.

[@Nancy-ow9wy]

This gave me hope

[@elsakifle1074]

This is my fiancé at this exact moment I’m in the ICU right now & been reading online and watching videos about severe TBI and I’m so scared but your comment made me feel a little better and have hope 🙏🏾 please keep him in your prayers 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@nopinkymatinise4861]

My sister is currently at ICU with brain injury, we've been told she won't be able to use her left leg and arm or she might be on a wheelchair. We are praying a lot for a miracle.

[@billygnosis6976]

No one knows the dark and lonely highway one takes in becoming the person you become...stay strong

[@Nancy-ow9wy]

Exactly

[@bruceradz]

It's a journey for sure, take it day by day

[@ritacampbell1262]

Billy keep going! There are rough dark days, but I think ( hopefully) mine is resolving! I saw my Physical Rehab specialist in Dallas Tuesday. She said I was doing so well, she didn’t need to see me unless I need her! Yea!!! Coping is still a reactive response, I need to work on.

[@bruceradz]

@@ritacampbell1262Hello Rita, twelve years from my stbi. Who knew they labelled tbi's. s for severe they say. Anyhow, if your finishing up with medical things, I recommend keeping a psychologist handy, even if its to talk twice a month, once a month. Its someone who you can talk to about your life, and dealing with things, even medically related things. My friends and family arent a good support group lol not that its any of their fault. Originally I was seeing a psychologist every week, then as my medical issues subsided, I went to every other week, then eventually once a month. But I just thought I would put that suggestion out there, I was seeing one for ten years until covid hit, then they went to online virtual visits, and I ended it at that time. Just not the same as an office visit. Take care Rita, holler if you have any questions or comments 😃

[@bruceradz]

It doesn't have to be dark and lonely Billy. I lost my job, lost my place to live, and lost my love, my girl. Been thru so much, but I began volunteering once a week, at a hospital of all places It got me out amongst people, nurses and medical workers, and I felt as if I was helping patients, which I did in a small way. I did whatever the staff told me to do, sometimes even taking wheelchair patients outdoors on nice days. I am disabled myself from injuries from an auto accident. But I try to make each day a good day for myself, even if its just tying my shoes unassisted. Anyway, just thought I would throw that out there, take care Billy

[@eoallan1]

I’m nearly ten years in from a brain injury in a road traffic accident. Still discovering new things about my new brain - it’s lifelong and so hard, especially when you’re lucky enough to be able to walk, talk and present to the world as if you are normal.

[@maramorrison3144]

I totally understand. It's been over two years and I'm still struggling with several issues. Sending prayers for your recovery. Take care.

[@faisalbi1330]

@@maramorrison3144 hi which issues you having

[@faisalbi1330]

@@maramorrison3144 ???

[@mintudas2433]

4 months ago i meet an accident... My right side totally broken and my wife brain hemmorrage surgery done... The blood clot is 3.5 mm.. We are newely married.. My wife right now doing cooking and other home activities...But problem is that she can't hear loud noise sleeping problem and fatigue problem... Is this problem stays for long time ? I love her so much.. It is possible or not got back old life as 100% ... Please reply please

[@niggawdgawdnigga7878]

Same I feel you

[@BrainInjuredTortellinni]

For anybody coming here because they or somebody they know has a tbi, if a Dr tells you that you’ve recovered as much as possible, walk away immediately. My TBI was over 26 years ago and I continue to recover everyday.

[@brainline]

Thank you for your comment. Yes, recovery from traumatic brain injury can happen for the rest of a person's life. It is always best to advocate for yourself in your healthcare. It is always okay to ask for a second opinion. Best of luck on your healing journey.

[@bruceradz]

The recovery never ends. When I look back, there's a BBI, and ABI, BBI was who I was before brain injury, and ABI is after brain injury. It really is being you, a person before the injury, and then you, being a different person after....

[@BrainInjuredTortellinni]

@@bruceradz yes, I feel the same way as you.

[@bruceradz]

@@BrainInjuredTortellinni off subject, I was raised in an Italian family, we rarely had Tortellini, and they were my favorite lol

[@murph5290]

I'm 8yrs in.... Living with a brain injury is like losing your job, your relationships, your health, it's about losing your identity and living with and relearning what's left of the person someone used to be and dealing with that loss. A brain injury leaves people with physiological, psychological and emotional problems, it's a life long disability. The hardest challenge I've found is balancing the neuro-fatigue, because if that goes everything goes and I can't deal with anything, everything is dread.

[@aussieaussieaussie9438]

Never stop trying to improve yourself. I'm 17 years post severe TBI and I have found from talking to others with similar and even less severe injuries, its up to the person. Yes, it's lonely, depressing, heartbreaking, confusing and repetitive but please don't stop trying. I now help others with disabilities. Find your purpose. When you can see value in yourself, life has meaning ❤

[@viesuwito]

Lifelong disability, no body cares, no insurance coverage, I feel so alone.

[@tamiduncan777]

🙏🙏

[@g-ants7547]

@@viesuwitoThere are free resources available online. Have you looked for TBI groups and advocates in your state and city? I pray you would have the help and encouragement that you need. I found my Hope in Jesus. He loves you too. ❤️

[@moirasul]

I love his comment on emotional recovery. Nobody ever brought up how difficult losing so much would affect me in 2018. It is a form of PTSD I can’t explain. Plus if one more person tells me “well you can’t tell by looking at you,” I’ll scream. They don’t know that I lay in bed 90% of the time too depressed and fatigued to care.

[@faisalbi1330]

Hi are you back to normal?

[@moirasul]

@@faisalbi1330 I won’t ever be normal again unfortunately.

[@faisalbi1330]

@@moirasul o dear what happened to you?

[@faisalbi1330]

@@moirasul have you got your emotions?

[@faisalbi1330]

@@moirasul some people say brain takes own time to get back to normal I am suffering emotionally numb

[@bruceradz]

This is for all survivors of brain injuries. To help explain to other people what has happened to you with a brain injury. I am a survivor, you are a survivor. Having a brain injury, recovering from a brain injury, is like this. For comparison. A library of books has an earthquake (your brain). The books(your thoughts and memories) all get shaken around. Results of the earthquake (your TBI) Some books are knocked on the floor, some books are picked up but put back in the wrong places on the shelf, some books are just knocked over and need to be put back upright, some books are still in the correct place (again, books are your thoughts and memories). Clean up, some books are right where they should be, some books are put back on the shelf but in the wrong places, some books are just swept up in the mess and thrown away. Remember, books are your thoughts and memories, in this comparison, this analogy. This is the "brain earthquake" (TBI). Hope this helps you in trying to let others know what you have been thru

[@cindymobley8926]

I would add that there was a fire and the sprinklers went off, people ran around panicked and screaming "fire" and you stayed to make sure all escaped, but some books are drenched and pictures are stuck together, ruined, and words are smeared so you can't use them anymore. And now the pictures are fading like in the movie Back to the Future so you are afraid you will cease to exist.

[@82ndabnveteran]

Awesome analogy...very spot on. I'm a parent of a 21 year old young man who has just became a TBI survivor. And I've been trying to put into perspective and try to understand what my son is going thro so I can better help him and be better equipped myself to be able handle this new road myself. And from what I've seen so far....you described it the tee! Thank you and I hope the best for you and your continuing recovery!!

[@tamiduncan777]

The worst of it is when you look normal on the outside but the struggles of living with TBI affect every area of your life .my skills my processing ability, noises,over stimulation, problem solving, making unsafe choices, fatigue social Life,so much has been affected in some areas I'm like a kid .short term memory is affected.then there are bullies that downplay or disregard anything you try to tell them you want or need , if you can even put in to word's what your wants and needs are sometimes I don't even know.im just so tired yer I am improving. prayers for strength comfort and healing to all that are in recovery from TBI

[@TheBlackCat1337]

yeah, for me its that im stuck in total confusion and cant trust anything, even when logic says its the right choice. then with all that thinking I get tired so quickly most of my body turns off and im in a world like i had 6 shots of tequila.

[@tamiduncan777]

don't give up 🙏

[@viesuwito]

Well said. I thought it’s only me😢

[@lizardhierophant8293]

You're not alone. One positive for me. I learned to slow down a smell the roses.

[@DanaMalone-ws4zk]

My injury occurred two years ago I was drugged and in a coma for four months after I'm trying to put my life back together I have come so far from where I started a trake in my throat and peg tube in my stomach both are gone me not being able to walk is discouraging

[@Vitriol-Divergent]

I was one of the "lucky" ones who was put in several good rehabilitation centers for my specific issues, it's 3 years later and I'm still recovering in hops and skips. Not leaps and bounds but I'll take it. When this happens to you, society at large tries to disregard the person you are and push you out of the way like you don't matter. Don't let them do that to you, the help IS out there. If nothing else, keep pushing for that aid/growth just to spite them.

[@rosarioivie4855]

My hushand has TBI and every day there is improvement and I'm happy his my miracle

[@shonuff7612]

@@nothingletitgo3305 hey how is your memory has it improved at all? I need someone to talk with about antograde amnesia

[@JD-ks5xy]

@@shonuff7612 how are you doing if you don't mind me asking

[@danielprose5878]

Also cognitive and mood disability ? When yes ...are they getting better?

[@Ashysand]

I’m recovering from a brain injury. I lost a lot of memory and the ability to control my legs. I lost a lot of muscle in my body mostly legs. In the first 2 months I’m speaking and remember more and more each day. I also walk short ways with a Walker. The hard stuff is feeling worthless and very low. My healing has no doubt been help by the love and support of my wife. The brain is healing but don’t forget about the mind. The personal feelings of the hurt people. Thank you and God bless.

[@faisalbi1330]

Hi your emotions are same? R you emotionally back to normal? Please reply me

[@Ashysand]

Mostly back to normal

[@faisalbi1330]

@@Ashysand have you had emotions numbness experienced?

[@faisalbi1330]

I don't have my emotions feelings fully ho w I was before it's been 8 months

[@Ashysand]

@@faisalbi1330 no I was just feeling upset but that gone now

[@DishonestTrack6]

I've had many people assume since I have a TBI I'm mentally slow. But when they hear how I speak and how intelligent I am they are in shock. I'm like, "Why so surprised? Just because I have a TBI doesn't mean I'm stupid."

[@suhart414]

I have a TBI and I am still working as a university lecturer

[@nicbarth3838]

congratulations! did you have a lot of cognitive reserve to begin with or did you not have as severe of a trauma not in emotional but just overall damage? How has it changed your sense of self to what extent do you think we can derive an existential sense of self rather than from the attributes, traits and self referential sates of thoughts that characterize our experience of person hood. You having gone through something traumatic like that while I have not, made me wonder if you have had success in this modal shift.

[@tamiduncan777]

🙏

[@kelleyfort9989]

Here I am in 2020, after dying in a car crash in 2013 due to the blunt force trauma of my head going through my window. No one other than other survivors, gets it.

[@nancybarla3449]

Really?

[@faisalbi1330]

Hi are you ok you fully recovered?

[@dana9093]

I completely understand! My accident happened the same year as yours. I’m so sorry. It’s such a sad feeling and time not just for yourself but for the people around you! I have been made to feel like a burden, as I was being abused prior to my accident! I am so sad….. if I could just have one wish, it would be to have people understand how important it is to have professionals understand that who and what is around you as your recovering or even living with TBI is just as important as the injury itself! You can’t get well, only worse!! If you are not in a safe place!

[@JarredPayne]

So true. I am about 2 years in and still seeing improvements all the time. Thanks for your advocacy

[@jokepolicesalakory9186]

Thnx for sharing that

[@jenniferarcher6877]

My injury just happened recently. I truly hope you improve. thx for sharing.

[@JarredPayne]

I am sorry to hear that. I am over 3.5 years in and it’s still going so keep at it! There is not much I can’t do (even if it’s different) and that was not the case for a long time

[@bhupendrasingharora6183]

@@JarredPayne myself 5 year 😟

[@JarredPayne]

Sorry to hear. Time does seem to fly after this but I definitely feel a purpose now

[@user-qe8bd6qv5j]

I love reading comments because i know im not alone. The Neuro fatigue is horrible and now im having seizure like activity

[@Karin-qv5mq]

My son had bad seizures as a child so I kept praying and it went away. It used to make his brothers cry, but it will be ok. I was in the hospital recently and a girl had 8 seizures in one day.

[@michelleg5371]

After head injuries yes your spot on it affects a person for the rest of there lives .worse thing the public have no patience.people don’t understand people couldn’t care less .

[@lexiheart6558]

The VA told me my tbi would be gone within 6 months. It's been 12 years now and they still tell me I should be over it now

[@esahm373]

They lie. TBI doesn't just disappear. It causes permanent and ongoing changes such as gliosis, atrophy and neuroinflammation. It has to be treated continuously. Aerobic exercise and anti-inflammatory diets involving plants such as ginger and turmeric (+ B12, Omega 3 supplements from a clean source) helps.

[@danielprose5878]

Also cognitive and mood disability from that TBI ? When yes ...are they getting better?

[@naamahocean7674]

thank u for the video! i’m 18 and had a tbi after being ejected in a car accident a few months back. since getting out the hospital i haven’t noticed many differences besides temper and memory loss but am continuing to pray for full recovery 💗

[@robynmichelle6182]

Don't give up and keep trying to heal and recover- you're young and your brain is amazing in its ability to keep getting better!

[@elpimpi7135]

You will!! 100% stay positive my friend ❤

[@kristine3076]

Thank you, I suffered a TBI when I was 17. I am now 46 and on disability . I worked as a Medical Assistant for 8 years and enjoyed working however , it became too much for me. I hope other’s keep getting better informed about TBI’s and how to help other’s.

[@mjm0787]

What happened to you?

[@faisalbi1330]

Hi which disability you have?

[@jenniferarcher6877]

Thanks for sharing I can relate oxo

[@faisalbi1330]

@@jenniferarcher6877 hi have you had brain injury?

[@faisalbi1330]

@@jenniferarcher6877 please share your experiences

[@saha9136]

Thanks Dr I'm watching this video tonight 20/1/2021 after you posted it two years later and now i feel better because of your beautiful speech saying people can recover from TBI for the rest of their lives, thanks again.

[@JD-ks5xy]

How are you doing if you don't mind me asking I would like to know

[@daverusssum2214]

This is one of the best articulated and most insightful speeches I have witnessed. As the father of a sever TBI son, it resonated well and, based on my experience, is very accurate. Looking forward to continued improvement and acceptance.

[@shaunhill817]

Dave Russsum hows your son coping, and is he continually improving... Does he follow a particular diet?

[@jenniferarcher6877]

Yes! He seems very understanding

[@faisalbi1330]

Hi how is your son now?Dave Russsum

[@davidrussum3620]

@@shaunhill817 My apologies for not replying. My son has coped fairly well. There are struggles from time to time - self doubt, some forgetfulness, and other minor issues. He is an avid hiker/biker/runner and loves the outdoors. My wife and I remain very close to him (not geographically as he is a few states away) and have learned over time what the best approaches are in dealing with anxiety. His diet is very health focused - we are always pushing him to up his calories as he burns through them. We are thankful for internet video chats and open communication with him. A good sense of humor is always in order and helping him to let things go (especially the "little things"). Our life has changed as well as we focus on our relationships and enjoying the life we have with the cards we were dealt to make the most of everything.

[@davidrussum3620]

@@faisalbi1330 He is doing well. He graduated from college with a degree in Integrative Physiology. He has maintained good health and stays active. His attitude has been positive, but he still has some lingering self doubt and minor social issues. In 2 weeks, he is starting on his graduate degree and we know there will be some periodic struggles. He remains in close touch with a small group of TBI survivors whose struggles are much greater than his. It is a long process and continues - step by step and day by day.

[@filthyxitalians7564]

I had a tbi when I was two years old which split my head open. To this day I have a dented head and severe memory problems (I iften have to relearn the same tasks). Although I was able to succeed in school, I have severe difficulty with my memory as well as communication issues, such as understanding social cues, following conversations, and understanding speech among many other problems. My parents never revisited the doctor after my accident to see if my injury could have resulted in deficits in my growth as a child. I always used to think that I was just weird or different as a child, but I have started to think that my injury could have had lasting effects. Since my injury was towards the left side of my brain, I believe it primarily impacts my ability to communicate, specifically through speech. Thanks.

[@brittanypatterson8720]

Your sincerity .. was felt . .. As a person in recovery . I can tell you this meant more then you know.

[@robynmichelle6182]

Hope is so very important to all of us. Thank you for reminding me of that with your note.

[@marilyncolasanto9957]

So very grateful to stumble upon this video. Thankyou for saying it so well. Our son Daniel has had a traumatic brain injury since 2026. We live be great Hope and see Daniel heal little by little 🙌

[@doriencarr9093]

Great analogy And speech. A doctor that gives me hope! I know I’m doing the right thing but it’s always nice to hear encouragement and to keep plugging along. Thanks

[@cescadarien-hyde5033]

Thank you for this encouragement - having suffered another TBI a month ago - a fall from 5 ft straight onto solid wood and then another fall onto a concrete floor - natural medicine - ARNICA - lots of patience and recuperation - and research has been a God send. Thank you to all those who share their research and experiences.

[@jobloggs8022]

I am 63 years old I played guitar since I was 13. I had a serous accident spent a week unconscious and then had amnesia, time went on I recovered more. after weeks in hospital I was aloud to come home picked up my guitar to my shock and surprise I realized I no longer new how to play, I still knew chords and the notes and scales but every thing that i could play was gone so I've been trying to remember every thing. My capability is low also, just to play a few chords sounds like a learner, there is about 20 tunes that I remember playing but not how, its is very depressing all I can do is to keep trying.

[@ashnasingh9454]

Yes.. keep trying. And it'll be all good soon 😊. Wishing you luck. - just another human being.

[@jobloggs8022]

@@claraali1352 I'm getting a lot of help thank you. I'm a lot better now, as time goes by things are improving

[@kimd1664]

How long did it take for your memory to come back?

[@akbarlakhani6624]

you remember playing like an image in your mind right . If its an image and not just the sound of it then maybe you could focus on the finger movement in that image try remember how your hands and fingers moved and try replicate it on your guitar .

[@tamiduncan777]

🙏🙏💪🙏

[@FoundationGoodSamaritan]

Thanks you for care about us the brain injury patient. 🙏❤️👸🇩🇴

[@lav856]

Stay strong and don't let negative thoughts work on you 🙏🏻✨

[@FoundationGoodSamaritan]

@@lav856 Thank you, you as well! ❤️🙏🏼

[@willand31]

This worries me about my motorcycle accident in 2013. I haven't felt normal at all and I seam to struggle to hold on more and more everyday. I am happy though. Just fucked up in the head or something, things like my emotions and aggression have become a lot more frequent causing me to program my day in an odd way, like having to catch my self and scolding my actions out loud. Changing my personality has been the only thing keeping me hopeful and feeling safe from what goes on in my head. It takes incredible focus to feel normal.

[@willand31]

@@claraali1352 thank you, but I am not familure with that app and don't feel safe trying it out. I do very much appreciate the reaching out however, and hope you have a wonderful day.

[@aplusmerchant2281]

This is one of the most terrible things I believe can happen to someone. It feels like I am in a glitch in the matrix. It feels like I am living in Hell on Earth

[@jiteshasman2315]

Like sometimes being drawn into an alternate timeline where you have to act/ feel/ deal with stuff.... only to feel crazy once that reality slips away like how a dream feels the next day when you try to remember it? Like your mood is being deliberately cycled over and over again between normal and absolute hopelessness?

[@aplusmerchant2281]

@1491: Thank you. It means a lot. I’m doing better since I wrote this comment. It’s a long road to recovery but exercise has been helping a lot and I am going to a very good Chiropractic Neurologist

[@positivelytatiana5890]

Clicked on this comment to agree, then noticed you’re doing better. That’s truly amazing 🌸

[@aplusmerchant2281]

@@positivelytatiana5890 God is good. When I was at my lowest point I almost took my life but Christ saved me in my darkest hour. He is amazing and I owe it all to Him 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@momentalsolar3337]

Pius I had a brain surgery 2017 and till date I’m still going through it with seizures and all. I sometimes feel I should just take my life honestly. I had another seizure last night and it wasn’t funny...

[@ericisabadbadman3978]

Being I have a TBI and many more years to come I plan on just doing things to keep my mind fresh. I'll regress like I do from time to time the rest of my life but I'm ok with that just how life goes.

[@aminah761]

Currently dealing with this .. this is the hardest thing I ever had to deal with the headaches 24/7 dizziness n it been 2 n half years still not fully recovered

[@braininjuredbabe]

I am so sorry 😥

[@mjm0787]

What caused your brain injury?

[@joejoe7709]

It will get better been in the same place. 07 till now 😀

[@georgesilva1737]

It's like you're drunk but haven't drank. I know first hand. I was arrested and put in jail. 🤦‍♂️

[@lav856]

Same Problem

[@3ksbeterthen1]

I applaud all your efforts wish more drs and funds can help people like me

[@nmmorin3509]

Truly appreciate your advocacy for the Invisibles whom get forgotten by most around them

[@brainline]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@moirasheridan2384]

Thank you for what you do to give hope and help.

[@taylorraeboylan77]

Thank you so much for the information I am a nurse and I was that person that had a 2 pm injury on a Monday haha my memory has been growing since my accident 3/11/19 but I do struggle daily. It gets really tough around people who don’t understand. It gets tougher for every single reason your memory is everything… I’m very lucky & blessed to only suffer the way I do. It’s hard for people like me who worked up for a future and then in an instant an accident happens and it’s hard to recall what I ate for breakfast before it’s even noon. I’m lucky I had such a strong memory before my accident. It’s also a curse though. People can see how good my memory is now but they don’t know what brilliance of a memory I had. Some do, some don’t. I hope somehow I can get my memory back to its peak potential but I know it’s going to take a long time. I’m thankful to be alive. Thanks for your positivity and hopefulness on the topic it makes a world of difference to the patience and all healthcare workers who have lost their hope.

[@arvindsharma-fw4ej]

Howlong your memory come back Pls reply iam facing about 2 year after my stroke

[@kaysiacorbett2799]

Thank you so much for sharing this. Im currently a nursing student and it is very encouraging to hear from another person who is an actual nurse that they feel the same way that I do. I too had a brilliant memory, but i know God has blessed me with a new brain that can do new things ! And im so happy im still here on this earth with my family able to spend every day with them.

[@jeremyotten5137]

Do you have an Instagram or Facebook? I’d love to chat about this with you as I can relate

[@debblackmore7460]

Never give up keep going doing amazing keep positive you got this stay strong stay safe sending love from headway Nottingham UK x

[@sarahford6586]

This is my favorite tbi video ever! Ty for the positivity

[@Shak1993]

I suffered a TBI and am a proud Veteran. I wish I could explain what I went through from April 2017, when it happens, to now 2022. I’m still working to better myself overall and experience a mix of emotions. A difficult truth I’ve been working to better understand is “everything happens for a reason.” Today (12JAN22) is a good day!

[@ritacampbell1262]

You can be sad if you want to. I know keeping a great attitude is very helpful. You may never get that memory back young man. I would like to get “ my fall memory” back. Maybe one day when you are carefree ( I know), it may return. But right now , if I may be so bold, live for today, plan for a vacation or retreat for something to look forward. Thank you Shakeel for Your Service and Sacrifices, for all in the name of “ Freedom”. Thank you sir,

[@danielprose5878]

What are your lasting disabilities from that TBI over the years ?

[@Shak1993]

@@danielprose5878In order the most challenging is Fatigue, Memory, Lower Body, Legs.

[@serenitydimitroth3665]

My son suffered tbi at 2 months age. Sbs by his dad while i was at work. He is now 15 doing better than expected. Still 4yrs behind in development. Some days he acts his age other days he acts like a toddler teddy bears, cartoons and tantrums. Lately his aggression and outbursts are too much and i consider a home as he is huge and towers over me. It breaks my heart. I love him and did every therapy under the sun. Abilify seem to be his miracle medicine, but even that doesn't stop the violent outburst he has at times. Breaking things and not understanding consequences.

[@hthrlnc]

Have had 3 bad head injuries in my life. Ran me head thru a fish aquarium when i was 4. Head almost shattered windshield in car accident when i was in high school then a few years ago i tripped over a lawn steak & hit concrete step/brick wall with my head. All 3 were around same area of my head. My memory is pretty much non existent. Don't have vivid memories of anything, not even the births of my kids. Makes life quite difficult at times

[@teeganmcpherson8690]

ah i’m really sorry abt that:( how’s your memory now?

[@bruceradz]

Yes, how is your memory now. I am twelve years out from a stbi, my memory was trash for six to eight years, couldn't even remember where I lived as a child. Both long term and short term were affected. Ever so slowly bits came back here n there...

[@bruceradz]

@@teeganmcpherson8690 how is your memory

[@234123mexico]

God bless this man

[@kmdglobe5402]

I'm 30 years old. I was attacked age 15 with a metal pole, a plank of wood, fists and I think a baseball bat. I was refused hospitalisation as it would have affected my parents routine. I didn't notice at first the devastation to my psyche, the loss of social ability, the degredation of my joy and my security. Now half my life later I see how much of an effect this event had, I can not sustain employment, I only recently got control of my brain and headaches after 'breaking a crust headache out of my brain' which released all kinds of smells that I have been exposed to in my life. It's easy to feel depressed and hopeless: I'm hoping someone with knowledge or experience of a heart can come forward with some motivational words or guidance or hope, help light.my world again. I miss the me I was.

[@niggawdgawdnigga7878]

If I can give you some light I've had a severe tbi about 2 years ago keep your head up I'm still learning so much been feeling lost but I for me you all us things will get better and better... Recovery for brain surgery is for life

[@2manycatsforadime]

I lost the ability to do math, classic symptom. Have a hard time reading, get lost and never make it from one paragraph to the next, Don't watch television, can't follow the plot. I have PTSD, sleep patterns are really bad when I can sleep. I sleep in my street clothes, don't know why. speech patterns really different like I am searching for words. Lose my thoughts in mid conversation. The good things are I can drive if I am careful. I can walk without suddenly falling down. Bad thing is I can not be on a boat in the ocean, the motion makes me very ill and with bad headaches. Emotional stress triggers horrible headaches. The ringing in my ears comes and goes but is still with me. Sometimes I have to stop to listen for it other times it is screaming. Everything in my world is now different and I could sit down with you and tell you stories of my ongoing recovery. I am so sorry that you were attacked, what a horrendous thing to happen to a young man. You will progress, it just takes time and help.

[@ritacampbell1262]

I am so very sorry that happened to you and you did not receive care. That’s evil. I wish you well. I fell almost a year ago, and had problems finding good care. I went to Dallas..,, awesome place. Better than Mayo. They do a lot of research at Dallas as well.,, UTSWMC. Good luck. I will pray for you

[@ChooseCompassion]

What a horrific experience to have to have gone plus a lifetime of this which includes PTSD. I will send all the light and love I have in my heart to you right now. Have you looked into TMS treatments or ketamine? 💫❤️✨

[@lronhoyabembe1692]

I sympathize 100 percent. Being present is very fucking hard for me. Everyone thinks we’re all good. It’s just like dealing with any severe issue. Only a few people really see where you’re at. Those are the people that care. Everyone else has a problem. I understand what’s wrong with my brain. Yet I listen to others who think they can help. I’m wrong. Only you the holder of a tbi know what you’re going through. You gotta do what you know is right. Nobody else understands the perspective of a severe tbi. I got in a frontal collision going 45 no air bags. I feel like I’ve lost love, people that care want to help but I can’t tell them what’s wrong. I gotta sit in a cave for 3 years. You know what you’re going through. Take it easy, focus, push. Everything will work out just don’t stop pushing. Also the doctors ain’t shit as soon as I could speak clear I got kicked to the curb.

[@erincecilliadyer3900]

Thank you for sharing your message!

[@g-noraturab3052]

Thank you for posting

[@scotthullinger4684]

Yes, tell me all about it, and thanks for being HONEST - Yes, I had a brain injury, and somewhat traumatic at that.

[@chloescaptures808]

I had a severe traumatic brain injury at 17 . I was double barrel kicked in the head by a horse. And near beaten to death , two on one 7 days after getting out of hospital. Leaving me wheelchair bound, with no memory whatsoever, having to learn to walk talk and count all over again. With faith and determination I was lucky enough to be so functional that no one can tell iv had a injury. Memory struggles, fatigue, confusion and concentration are still tough. I'm so grateful to have found this video knowing it's normal to have ongoing symptoms. Thankyou .

[@bruceradz]

Sorry for your loss, of who you were. It's been fourteen years for me now. I had to do all the things you went thru. Steps can still give me balance issues. But, like "they" say, it could have been worse... yeah ok Just keep trying, don't quit, don't give up. Im here today because my brain injury "anniversary" is coming up 🤔😉

[@debblackmore7460]

Hi hope all going through this is doing well keeping strong keep going doing amazing things stay positive thinking of you all sending love from headway Nottingham UK x

[@travistobias]

Thank you for Sharing I needed this

[@rainygirl65]

Ohh thank you. I needed to hear this. It’s been 10 long years.

[@bruceradz]

Fourteen for me, and my anniversary is coming up 😲🤗

[@normanmacfarlane6724]

I am reading the comments and i agree with everything said here. This Doctor is an absolute gem of a human being. Thank you so much for this podcast 😂

[@empathg1470]

Lovely these kind of speeches I'm recovering from brain injury dew to accident.

[@faisalbi1330]

Hi how are you now?

[@faisalbi1330]

Hi how you doing please reply me

[@debblackmore7460]

Never give up keep trying keep going it's a hard road a road have been on since 2009 hypoxia doctors saying I will never walk or talk again yet I am writing comment on my own no help just me so guys and gals never give up on yourself there will plenty who have dont yourself you are all doing amazing sending luck and love from headway Nottingham UK xx

[@anitanita5875]

Bless you, true never give up. So glad you're writing

[@debblackmore7460]

@@anitanita5875 thank you

[@letstalkmentalhealth7020]

Hi im from Bristol uk, I need hope its been five years

[@debblackmore7460]

health stay strong your a survivor you got this

[@kenskhronicles6004]

Can you explain what happened dealing with this with my dad currently

[@superspark2374]

TBI/PTSD means putting up with everything and everyone who aggravates you all day long because there's nothing else you can do

[@garywalling4341]

Yeah man some days I just wish everyone and everything would just 'PISS OFF AND LEAVE ME ALONE'. However, be careful what you wish for.

[@joshholzinger6482]

I have had over 10 concussions over my life fighting MMA I can be in sunlight without getting headaches, mood swings, speech issues, depression and anxiety and more. But Psilocybin is helping me beyond measures. I'm actually hopeful for the future for once

[@antoynebeaucheminroy9197]

Are you following any specific protocol?

[@Margi183]

Wonderful doctor!!! Thank you!

[@brainline]

Thanks for watching!

[@TownGirl04]

This is great. There is little help for those past hospital stay and for ones you can find, it cost lots... too much.

[@janicetorres4248]

It's been about 11 since my TBI and I recognize changes all the time!

[@lav856]

Try and stay strong and don't let negative thoughts work on you ✨🌸🤜🏻🤛🏻🤍

[@danielprose5878]

Which symptoms get better all the time ?

[@robertw.2325]

My TBI accident happened 31 years ago. I was hit by a car while riding my moped. I've fully recovered but I lose my balance more than before my accident. It's always a good reminder and to be thankful for my recovery.

[@Listenwell-wq8pn]

Amazing!

[@agoogleuser3918]

This is so true. So many of us have had concussions, brain 🧠injury, and do not have access to rehab. I was traumatized after domestic violence, and told every doc about the multiple blows to my head. I was just offered meds. FF, years later, and I can add to my only dx of Epilepsy: Dystonia, Parkinsonism, tardive dyskinesia, Akathisia,memory loss, and Serotonin Poisoning, and I've not been the same since. My neurologist has said no more meds. I never know when these movements will happen, but I am very blessed that they do not happen every day, but off and on. The inner Akathisia is getting worse, It's hell. I have been enduring that for 6 years now, it was caused by Serotonin Poisoning, meds taken as prescribed, I don't wish to live with this hellish affliction for the rest of my life. The PTSD is causing problems,remembering... And I can be angry all day, then be happy rarely. Then numb. This was NOT me before 2016...

[@michaeljordan6628]

Powerful!

[@andrewd.harris656]

I had a TBI in 1989 as a child, and I've gone back to college, pulling up my GPA each semester. It's been inspirational to hear videos like this one. I've had a 2.8 my college career in Junior and Senior year. It's been a blessing to have been shown mercy the way the Lord has seen to me experiencing. The problem I had with my treatment was the amount of condonation I seemed to have experienced, like with marijuana smoking in a lot of places, doctors condone their patients to be intoxicated for much of the day, and I felt like I was being condoned by a treatment facility and recovery group or two to my detriment. These types of treatment facilities can be a burden on the individuals in them because of condonation of sinful behavior. I absolutely hate smoking grass because my body can't tolerate it. I'm not saying I was personally burdened with treatment that condoned marijuana, but they did seem to be a bit to loose in an area or two. Smoking grass was just an example. At the point in my life I ended up in such a facility, I could have done more for myself than they'd let me. But oh, I'm not well, I'm not well. Well, maybe our society isn't well, and I'd be glad to leave.

[@yellowdayz1800]

What is TBI?

[@dk2919]

My TBI was not properly diagnosed for a few years(it was 10 years ago). I remember going to a specialist and thinking I would be a waste of her time. She started telling me how my life was. I was blown away because she was spot on! I finally had to stop working, which has been devastating. I recently found watercolor painting and it feels like it’s starting to make connections.

[@rosieramirez25]

My sister suffered Brain injury thru being hospitalized with covid. The lack of oxygen and high fevers caused it. They diagnosed it as symmetrical basilar artery stroke. They told me she would probably not have her personality there no more, probably not be able to talk, no movement and so far my sister is talking more everyday. She remembers absolutely everything. He is starting to have some movement in her arms! At the moment we are struggling with putting her in therapy because of limitations on insurance. I had a dr say this is as far as she is getting and just start accepting the fact and see what other steps we are going to take. If there is any suggestions please help me out!

[@doriencarr9093]

We have been doing hyperbaric oxygen therapy and it works. The sooner the better.

[@niggawdgawdnigga7878]

What helped me after its been about 2 years but is diet visiting places you grew up had good memories research like you been doing encouragement and so much more I'm learning

[@debblackmore7460]

Bless it's a hard road but keep going doing amazing things music helps me wordserchers spelling etc. Sending luck hugs prayers most of all love from headway Nottingham UK takecare xx

[@klankysap]

Love this, thank you.,

[@philippineslanguagesschool]

I love you & very TRUE all you said.

[@cristinana1114]

this video gave me faith !

[@alexanderNorseCode]

i have constant ringing in my ears and i am tired all the time. my brain injury and brain bleed was 14 months ago, im not better now than i was three months after the injury. its a like a nightmare that doesn't end and the mood swings are horrible.

[@drsiigabb9935]

I am Brain Aneurysm survivor, 25/06/91, unlike my mum, who passed or a brain aneurysm 25/06/90. People keep telling me that, you can do what everyone else can do, they really have no idea. A colleagues son had an ABI, suddenly changed her tune, as she witnessed it first hand. Fortunately I got most of my cognitive abilities back, I can still pass the Mensa test.but am unable to go on most amusement park rides. Mates of mine like pointing out, at least they found mine, they can't prove they have a brain. Fortunate side of ABi, is we can prove we have

[@jamesr5741]

lol @ your mates.

[@karencita3520]

My dad has two stokes and now he has an anoxic brain injury. It’s been difficult the last could of weeks. He moves his limbs and looks around the room he’s began to track again. I want my dad back he’s all I have.

[@user-wg9wk5fc4n]

It is good that he is tracking. Is he in rehab ?

[@leodelrosario693]

Hi Karen! May i know any updates with your dad?? Would love to hear his progress

[@kenskhronicles6004]

I’m going through the same thing how is he ?

[@hellokittydimaggio]

How is he ??

[@wrotenwasp]

Amen Sir. 4.5 years into my 2nd TBI (happened when I was 48) and it's still a daily, annoying pain in the ass. The first TBI was bad enough(2008) but I did recover a little better but the 2nd TBI has been much more of a challenge especially in the emotional department not to mention the headaches, fatigue, ringing in the ears. I suppose it will be possible to continue to improve but Im not very optimistic that I'll ever be the same person I was before 2012.

[@shaunhill817]

wrotenwasp yeah fuck i had my brain injury in 2012, thats when the world should have ended...

[@shaunhill817]

wrotenwasp how did you get your tbi, just curious... You still write very coherently

[@davebarber3827]

Fight on do'nt ever give up i am in the same position.

[@debblackmore7460]

Never give up keep going gets better sending all luck x

[@Brenway2011]

@@davebarber3827, I am a stroke with 8 years in and i still have horrible issues from it. Chronic fatigue, ringing in the ears, forgetful, have anxiety and depression and am highly emotional, hard to focus, hate noise, and crowds on and on. I just want to live a normal life again.

[@wanda1616]

I am not the same after my brain injury almost two years ago still dealing.with i cut everyone out of my life I am always isolated.always crying angry because I have lost my old self.and very sad about it.still coping with memories issues.I think everyone body is just different and heals different

[@danielprose5878]

Also cognitive, mood disabilities and social anxiety from that TBI ? When yes ...are they getting better?

[@1conservativegrl]

My son had overdose on a pill loaded with fetynal. His brain went without oxygen. No pulse no heartbeat but they brought him back. His thinking ability is all there and very smart. Speech is slow but can spell of trying to tell you his needs. Physically, can lift leg a bit and move one arm down. Can’t sit up at all. I’m praying he recovers physically. It’s been 6 months.

[@KelliCullum-ow2rv]

I am still recovering. I had injury in 1999, two surgeries later. Taking every day as it comes.

[@judycrissman7396]

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[@WilmerCook]

Fell on my head at work in 2003. I was violent in and out of consciousness, Dr.'s put me in an induced coma for weeks. Don't remember 2004, couldn't sleep and didn't like to be around people. Now after all these years I still can't get to sleep and after my wife died I have become hermit.

[@aarongarcia1101]

its a horrible nightmare losing you mind. No reliable memories, loss of independence, and the depression that goes along with it makes life not worth living. Not sure how much longer I can stand this.

[@brainline]

Thank you for taking the time to comment, Aaron. We hope that you are able to find some comfort in that you are not alone in these feelings. It is not easy. There are tools and techniques to help but it can be difficult to find the right balance. If you are on Facebook and would like to chat with other brain injury survivors, please consider joining our Traumatic Brain Injury Group: facebook.com/groups/braininjurycommunity. If you need to talk to someone right now, please call the Suicide Lifeline: 1(800)273-TALK (8255). You can also text the www.crisistextline.org/ at: 741741. Thank you again for watching.

[@garywalker3317]

My wife is in a coma like state after having a hemorrhagic stroke.The Drs push me for hospice within hours of going in ER.They let her aneurysm bleed for six days before treating it.Julia deserves help.Since 02/16/23.

[@thomasparsons3168]

After my TBI, I have no hope for my future. But, saying something like that to people makes them stay away when what I really need is help. I don't know how to ask for help in any way. I'm losing everything.

[@brainline]

Thank you for your comment. It can be so overwhelming at times. Please know that you are not alone and there is hope. Asking for help can be difficult for anyone, sometimes more so with a brain injury. Recognizing you need a little extra help is a huge accomplishment. One day at a time, one step at a time. If you are on Facebook, please feel free join our group and ask questions: facebook.com/groups/braininjurycommunity

[@danielprose5878]

Waht are ur TBI disabilities ?

[@justcallmetony4493]

I completely understand. All hope is lost. When I reach out for help I am misunderstood by everyone. Just pray these days for life to finish, I am just not the same. No one even cares

[@holistic7980]

This guy talks a lot of truth from what I've seen.

[@etherialle]

Thank you for this I have my 3rd concussion now and I’m struggling so hard alone

[@RussCobleigh]

got my tbi due to a work accident in Bredaryd Sweden in 2015 and no one here in Värnamo seems to care and I was 60 at the time of my accident

[@andrewde78]

My son was born with Severe HIE (Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy) sustained during the birthing process. I hope and pray that my son ‘recovers’ and not just live, but become and independent, productive member of society. I hope but I’ve decided to no longer hold my breath. I have beautiful memories of how my father raised and molded me into the man I am today. It breaks my heart there is a chance I won’t be able to impart the same onto my son. My wife and I do everything we can in support of his treatment. I only hope…

[@the_Pooja_Patel]

How is your son now?? Hope he is recovering.

[@conorkilmartin6779]

First thing I will say thank you for that video. I am acquired brain injury encephalitis I do have my own apartment. I’m achieving my goals. It’s a miracle and faith what we live through every day. God bless you keep up your hope and faith. Thank you for your support CONOR.

[@nikinyaspencer8219]

I love this video.....

[@melissaklemm9976]

Yes

[@nealdunleavy8267]

You are a Good Man Sir i have T.B.I 07 Nov 2010

[@frankparish4180]

My TBI came from 8 minutes no breath suffered apoxic the t word I forgot had it for a few days thesemic then it just came back . My body is strong and I learned to talk agian learn to walk it’s crazy I just laugh but I can see it’s a frustrating thing my wife has been a angel

[@carolrocky9803]

I've had small 'strokes' since my TBI one durring a MRI (the girl running the scan was so excited, my neurotolight said it was normal and would go away - 6-2017 - I used to have them 10-20 times a day. They haven't let up, and Dr's want to start with testing but don't know why they are on going from time to time somedays nothing other days clusters. One step forward sometimes 3 steps back. And it's wait until my mind finds middle ground again.

[@nealdunleavy8267]

Great Words Sir i have a TB.I.

[@romanalmanza4430]

I recently had a TBI back in The last day of September of last year. I was In the ICU for about 4 days just for precautionary reasons & close observation I got KO. I didn’t know I had a brain injury I fell asleep that night woke up extremely off balanced. I remember I got up to use the restroom I got scared I crashed into the wall & almost fell. I thought it was just because I was hungover didn’t help at all. Later on that evening I went to the hospital just to get checked out got some MRI’s that when they told me I had a TBI I was bleeding from my brain a tiny bit. I also can’t smell anything as a result & my sense of taste a bit as well. I still need to see my neurologist. Been on disability since sucks they take forever to pay you. 6 months later I’ve been taking it easy I went for a jog yesterday my head hurt a bit afterwards later on that evening eventually went away. Took my daughters for a walk today same thing. Honestly no one ever thinks it can happen to them. It’s crazy stay safe fellas.

[@not_averge]

After a while it becomes more than recovery

[@mintudas2433]

Please can anybody told me about ct scan report ? Please reply

[@LoveLife-gv8jg]

My son lacked oxygen at birth. He has mild brain trauma. Amen to recovery for the rest of your life. He has been diagnosed with adhd and speech and language delay

[@MaPayton]

My son suffered a TBI and has slowly gone downhill in the 30 years since. It’s like he has dementia and it’s getting worse. All the doctors say is, well, this is normal. I’m now going on 74 and taking care of a 54 year old man who can’t think his way out of trying to eat properly, bathe regularly and who can’t remember things that sometimes just happened. I’m exhausted, devastated and wondering where my retirement went.

[@i.m.i.7310]

1st tbi 2013 ad adult 2nd tbi ad hoc 2017 still trying to recover my soul. Thank you for you kindness it is scarce in my times. Much less understanding. What's wrong with you .???. i hate this.... Because... Peace to you .... Always

[@faisalbi1330]

Hi how are you now fully recovered?

[@danielprose5878]

Also cognitive, mood disabilities and social anxiety from that TBI ? When yes ...are they getting better?

[@vanillrmilk9370]

depending on the severity of the damage I suppose recovery in time would be a possibility if the injury was quite mild..

[@chinookvalley]

I am in my 60's and am 29 years POST-INJURY. I am still recovering. It took ten years to be diagnosed from an auto accident TBI. I still have swelling of the brain - and along with that a plethora of symptoms mild to severe. Never ever give up. Every few years something comes along that helps me - supplements, therapy, Rx, etc, you never know what tomorrow may bring!

[@JillMurphyBeanerz88]

I suffered a Severe TBI 30 years ago. I am still "recovering" but, I am a WARRIOR and I will not quit! 💪🏻💚 (Your wording, "depending on the severity" and "quite mild" riled me up. I hope you just put what you were trying to say in the wrong words.✌🏻)

[@lorriedominas1425]

11 years later having insurance doesn't cover but 60 days inpatient. My son is trying to get better but mostly my husband and I are doing our best.

[@gingerthetrailpup7223]

I thought I had great insurance when I had a tumor explode in my brain … leaving me in a coma and causing all kinds of havoc. I had to learn how to literally do everything over again at an acute rehab center. My insurance kicked me out after 3 weeks. They could not even wait a couple more days to make sure my follow up MRI was clear. I had surgery to remove another brain tumor less than 3 weeks after I was kicked out of rehab by my insurance (thou I guess in the end, with the 3 week hospital stay prior to the rehab facility … I did rack up a huge bill … to which I paid a tiny $200 copay for it all). I was 32 at the time. People can say they understand, but unless you have gone through something that changes your brain for the rest of your life in a blink of an eye, at most, you can be understanding. Most people do not have the patience/empathy/are too stupid even to begin to understand just the facts about brain injuries. I am stubborn. I made adjustments to be able to live on my own, but I was angry. It was 16 years after this ordeal when my tumor started growing again. It will always be a constant (and silent) struggle to maintain the appearance of “normal.” I have to allow myself to cry and release the burden/stress of maintaining this outward appearance, else it will just break me.

[@jodynicoleb]

My sister is going through this- sudden bleeding tumor, now in a coma. Any chance you would be open to sharing more of your story with me? Struggling.