Publisher's Synopsis
Brain injuries are very common. - It is estimated that 5.3 million Americans live with disabilities caused by brain injury. - Over 50,000 Canadians sustain brain injuries each year. - Over 50,000 people die from TBI each year. Brain injury can cause little or no permanent damage or it can leave a person with serious and permanent disabilities. Up to 40% of people with mild TBI suffer from some type of impairment that lasts for one year or longer. Whether you are a healthcare worker looking to find ways to better your professional expertise in this area, or looking for ways to care for a loved one who has sustained a brain injury, this book can be a helpful guide.
