Traumatic+Brain+Injury

 //This page is dedicated to everyone who has been touched, directly or indirectly, by TBI. // //﻿ //

TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY Our incredible brains, the most complex organ in our bodies. So complex, in fact, that there are still unsolved mysteries regarding its function, but one thing that is proven on a daily basis is its fragility.

According to the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAUSA) The leading causes of TBI, as laid out by BIAUSA, are as follows Given the current military climate records indicate that blasts are a leading cause of TBI among armed forces. (Retrieved from [])
 * Over 1.4 million people sustain a TBI on a yearly basis
 * 50,000 are fatal injuries
 * 235,000 require hospitalization
 * 1.1 million are treated and released from medical facilities
 * These figures do not reflect the number of people who have sustained a TBI and are not seen by professionals in a medical facility
 * Falls (28%)
 * Motor vehicle-traffic crashes (20%)
 * Struck by/against (19%)
 * Assaults (11%)


 * The CDC, Centers for Disease Control and Preventation has included the following statistics on its website. **
 * TBI by Age **
 * Children aged 0 to 4 years, older adolescents aged 15 to 19 years, and adults aged 65 years and older are most likely to sustain a TBI.
 * Almost half a million (473,947) emergency department visits for TBI are made annually by children aged 0 to 14 years.
 * Adults aged 75 years and older have the highest rates of TBI-related hospitalization and death.
 * TBI by Gender **
 * In every age group, TBI rates are higher for males than for females.
 * Males aged 0 to 4 years have the highest rates of TBI-related emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and deaths. (Retrieved from []

**Disability Specific Information** Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): TBI is a sustained injury that causes damage to the brain; there are two major types of TBI. **Penetrating Injuries** → these are injuries that entail direct penetration, where the skull is pierced by a foreign object whose route into or through the brain creates damage along the pathway. **Closed Head Injuries** → these injuries are generally the result of a blow to the head and while there may be an outward sign of injury, like a laceration or bruising, there is no penetration of the skull and brain.


 * Additional Information Regarding TBI: **

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 * American Speech-Language-Hearing Association **

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 * National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Strokes **

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 * Brain Injury Resource Center **

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 * The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAUSA) **


 * Written Resources: **

[|Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury: New Frontiers in Clinical and Translational Research]by: [|Vicki Anderson,][|Keith Yeates] (Editor)

__Head Injury in Childhood and Adolescents__ by : [|Abhaya Kulkarni], [|Daune Macgregor], [|Peter Dirks], [|Peter Rumney]

[|Brain, Heal Thyself : A Caregiver's New Approach to Recovery from Stroke, Aneurism, and Traumatic Brain Injury]by: [|Madonna Siles]

[|Traumatic Brain __Injury : Rehabilitation, Treatment, and Case Management / Edition 3__]__by: [|Mark Ashley](Editor)__

__[|Psychological Approaches to Rehabilitation After Traumatic Brain Injury]by: [|Andy Tyerman](Editor), [|Nigel S. King]__(Editor)

__Traumatic Brain Injury in Children and Adolescents : Assessment and Intervention__ / Edition 1 by: Margaret Semrud-Clikeman


 * Education and Services: **

This site is committed to assisting families with legal questions and other related services as documented below. Housing, education, employment and training, legal advice, and so much more. []
 * The Maryland Department of Disabilities **

This non-profit association, located in Baltimore, has put together a website that offers a number of resources including, but not limited to… Outreach, advocacy, and links to other service providers []
 * The Brain Injury Association of Maryland, Inc. **

This is a division of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs located in Annapolis, Maryland. Looking after our veterans is the goal of this group and the services they provide include some of the following… State benefits, Assisted Living and skilled nursing services, claims assistance, education, employment and business assistance.
 * The Maryland Department of Veteran Affairs **
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“Internationally recognized”, the Kennedy Krieger Institute offers a wide range of services for youngsters that have suffered a brain injury. This is one of the premier service and research providers in Maryland. ** [] **
 * Kennedy Krieger Institute **

The DORS website is a source for those who require information or assistance with employment training, opportunities, and independent living services. This agency is also a place where potential “can find prescreened, qualified job applicants.” DORS is also a source for aid in filing for Maryland Social Security claims. (En Español) ** [] **
 * DORS, Maryland State Department of Education Division of Rehabilitation Services **

“Maryland Transitioning Youth Website for families and youth with disabilities. Here you will find information and resources for transition planning, postsecondary education, employment services and much more.” []
 * Maryland Transitioning Youth **


 * Local Support Groups and Educational Conferences: **

Traumatic Brain Injury Conferences provides workshops, conferences and trainings to individuals and families with TBI. This page includes news and current events to educate and support individuals living with TBI. The majority of these programs are held in Williamsburg, VA. [|Traumatic Brain Injury Conferences]

Lifebridge Health provides brain injury day programs to individuals with TBI. Their goal is to rehabilitate individuals to regain independence in the community; whether it is in the home, school or work. [|Lifebridge Health Day Program]

The William Donald Schaefer Rehabilitation center provides an inpatient program as well as support groups for patients, caregivers and the community. [|William Donald Schaefer Center at Kernan]

This page is a comprehensive resource for support programs in the state of Maryland. They include: <span style="color: #0303a6; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|Maryland TBI Support Groups]
 * Brain Injury Support Group Kernan Hospital - First Mondays, 6:30-8:30 pm; Contact: Kristin Bailey (410)448-6303
 * Caregiver Support Group St. Joseph Medical Center - First Thursdays, 7:00 - 9:00 pm; Contact: Betsy (410)337-1479
 * Head Injury/Trauma Support Group Suburban Hospital - First & Third Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:30 pm; Contact: Sharon George (301)896-3030
 * Head Injury Support Group Critical Care Center Prince George's Hospital - Second & Fourth Wednesdays, 7:00 pm; Contact: Jean Gavel (301)618-2790
 * Upper Chesapeake Support Group - First Thursday, 7:00 pm; Contact: Paul Neilson (410) 803-7399

Adventist Rehabilitation Hospital of Maryland is supported by 13 certified brain specialists. They provide an interdisciplinary team approach to rehabilitation for individuals with TBI. Additionally, they provide support groups for patients, famliy members and the community. <span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 110%;">[|Adventist Rehabilitation Hospital Maryland]


 * <span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 110%;">Recreational and Community-based Resources: **

Best Buddies of Maryland provides one-to-one friendships with volunteers. It allows children with disabilities to sucessfully integrate into the community through employment and leadership development. [|Best Buddies of Maryland]

Special Olympics of Maryland provides individuals with disabilities an emplowering vision. They enable individuals to become part of a unified sports team allowing friendships to be made, development of physical fitness and increased self-esteem. [|Special Olympics Althetes]

The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability (NCPAD) promotes substantial health benefits that can be gained from participating in regular physical activity. This site provides information and resources that can enable people with disabilities to become as physically active as they choose to be. This page is for the America's Athletes with Diabilities whose mission is to initiate, stimulate and promote the overall growth and development of sports, recreation, leisure, health and fitness activities for persons with physical disabilities targeting programs and services for children and newly disabled adults in a manner similar to the sports and recreational opportunities afforded children and adults without disabilities throughout America. [|NCPAD - America's Athletes]

Neuroscience for Kids is the perfect combination of neuroscience, education, science outreach, and writing and editing-all rolled into a collaborative and creative atmosphere. Brain Awareness Week (BAW) is a nationwide effort organized to promote the public and personal benefits of brain research. The official week for the next BAW is March 14-20, 2011. [|Neuroscience for Kids Brain Awareness Week]

The Brain Injury Association of Maryland is the State affiliate of The Brain Injury Association. This site provides a calendar of upcoming events in 2010 and 2011. [|BIAMD Calendar of Events]


 * <span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 110%;">Funding/Legal Advocacy: **

Social Security benefits are available to children and adult children under the age of 22 with disabilities. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Supplemental Security Disability Income (SSDI) is available to children and young adults with disabilities including TBI. This website includes frequently asked questions on who is eligible and how to apply as well as links to resources on applying. [|**Social Security Online Disability Planner**]

The Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) provides services and funding to individuals with disabilities. DORS focuses on employment opportunities and independence in the community. DORS can be reached locally at 410-554-9442 or 1-888-554-0332. [|**DORS Rehabiliation Services**]

Maryland Mental Hygeine Administration (MHA) works with the Maryland Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board to develop and discuss the State's plans, initiatives and servies for individuals with TBI. The board then provides the indiviuals with the funding and services they need. The Maryland Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board can be contacted by phone at 410-402-8476. [|**MHA TBI Advisory Board**]

The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) is an organization founded in 1980. They serve families and professionals who have experiences TBI in their lives. They provide services, education and support to over 3.17 million Americans living with and enduring TBI. This site includes fact sheets and current legislation going through governement. [|**Brain Injury Association Policy & Legislation Page**]

TraumaticBrainInjury.com provides advocacy and funding resources in Maryland. This site provides the name of the organization, location and contact information. [|**Traumatic Brain Injury Maryland Resources**]