The Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Day Treatment Program is a supportive group where you can: learn about ABI, learn ways to manage ongoing challenges related to your ABI, meet people with similar experiences, and explore your strengths. This pamphlet explains who the program is for, who is eligible, and the two parts of the program. Contact information is provided.
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). It is caused by an impact or forceful motion of your head or body that causes your brain to move inside your skull. This movement can injure your brain. Topics include: how long symptoms last, symptoms to watch for, what to expect the first few weeks, what can help with symptoms, an in-depth list of common symptoms and how to deal with them, an FAQ section, and things to remember. Information on concussion education sessions is provided. The Frenc…
Nova Scotia Health staff are offering a 2-part education session for people who have recently experienced a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion. Each session is 60 mins (1 hour) long. This session is being offered online using Zoom for Healthcare. This pamphlet explains who the session is for and how you can sign up.
Une commotion cérébrale est une lésion cérébrale traumatique (LCT). Le présent guide contient de l'information sur la durée des symptômes, sur les symptômes à surveiller et sur ce à quoi s'attendre au cours des premières semaines. Une liste détaillée des symptômes courants et des moyens d'y remédier, ainsi qu'une foire aux questions (FAQ) sont également incluses. The English version of this pamphlet 0395, "Concussion Recovery", is also available. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Conc…