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The Brain Injury Association of America provides the latest brain injury research, treatment options, resources, and information on local support services.
How can I locate brain injury supports and resources in my state?
Locating brain injury resources can be challenging, and oftentimes a person is not entirely sure what type of professional can...
How can a brain injury affect hormones?
Hormones are regulated by the pituitary system in the brain. The pituitary is a gland that sits in your brain,...
How can I navigate subsidies and special conditions while working and collecting Social Security Disability Insurance?
If you are employed and receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has put limits...
How can I request job accommodations after brain injury?
This article is adapted from the Job Accommodation Network (JAN)’s “Accommodation and Compliance: Brain Injury” web page. Every brain injury...
When should I contact a lawyer after sustaining a brain injury?
by Shana De Caro De Caro & Kaplen, LLP After experiencing an accident of any type in which you or...
Where can I learn more about brain injury research?
The Brain Injury Association of America provides brain injury research information on the pages listed below: Abstracts from the Traumatic...
How do I contact the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) agency in my state?
Every state has a vocational rehabilitation agency that is designed to help individuals with disabilities meet their employment goals. Vocational...
How can I donate my brain for research?
There is a need for both injured and healthy brains in research. The National Institutes of Health NeuroBioBank coordinates with...
Where can I locate COVID-19 information and resources for my state?
COVID-19 resources, restrictions, and guidance continue to evolve with time. Members of the brain injury community may want to remain...
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