Mild traumatic brain injury is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed problems in the United States today. Symptoms can mimic those of a stroke, depression, or chronic fatigue syndrome. Authors Stoler and Hill offer clear information on the different types of brain injury, as well as the treatment options available.
By:
Diane Roberts Stoler Ed.D., Barbara Albers Hill Imprint: Avery Publishing Group Inc.,U.S. Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 229mm,
Width: 152mm,
Spine: 24mm
Weight: 391g ISBN:9780895297914 ISBN 10: 0895297914 Series:Coping with Series Pages: 352 Publication Date:01 November 1997 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Coping with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Acknowledgments Foreword Preface A Word about the Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Label About This Book Part One. Mild Traumatic Brain Injury - An Overview Introduction 1. What Is Mild Traumatic Brain Injury? 2. Diagnosing Mild Traumatic Brain Injury 3. Approaches to Treating MTBI Part Two. Physical Aspects Introduction 4. Fatigue 5. Headaches 6. Dizziness 7. Sexuality 8. Vision Problems 9. Hearing Problems 10. Sensory and Metabolic Disturbances 11. Muscular and Motor Problems 12. Seizures Part Three. Mental Aspects Introduction 13. Attention and Concentration 14. Memory 15. Reasoning, Planning, and Understanding 16. Speech and Language 17. Academic Performance Part Four. Emotional Aspects Introduction 18. Postinjury Reactions 19. Moods and Behavior 20. Psychiatric Disorders 21. Grieving Part Five. Recovering Introduction 22. Rehabilitation 23. Financial Issues 24. Living with Someone with an MTBI 25. Outcomes of MTBi Conclusion: On with Living Again Glossary Resources References for Further Reading Index
Diane Roberts Stoler, EdD, is a neuropsychologist and a practicing board-certified health and sports psychologist. She is a sought-after international speaker and lives in Massachusetts.