Best Acquired Brain Injury Podcasts (2024)

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Baby Steps are Better than No Steps! 28:16

3h ago28:16

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Have you ever felt stuck when you were trying to work through something? Saul Enriquez, a teacher to our future nurses at Rio Grande Valley Nursing School, has over 26 years of experience in caring for people with a multitude of health issues. During his work providing critical care at ICUs, trauma units, and emergency departments, he's seen patien…

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Your Happiness Can Come From Your Choices 29:18

3h ago29:18

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While we don't always have choices in life, we always have a choice in how we react. Lori Vober, a stroke survivor, is a speaker and author who volunteers her time to help others. She encourages survivors to look for support from others, knowing that it is OK to not be OK! She learned about vulnerability by taking a positive approach to life and co…

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Roll with the Punches in Life 27:53

20h ago27:53

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Today’s program is filled with opportunities and service. Our guest is Lori Vober, a young stroke survivor, an author, public speaker, and an adoptive mother. After a life of dependency, Lori shares her turnaround in her later years, and now helps others with emotional issues. She asks people with a brain injury to not ignore the grief that comes w…

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#40 The Former Stuntman Rewriting His Story After Brain Injury - with Joe Watts 48:53

1d ago48:53

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Joe Watts was a successful stuntman working on films such as Mission Impossible and the Star Wars franchises when it abruptly ended after a stunt went horribly wrong. Joe fell 25ft onto concrete and was left with a severe brain injury, ending the career he so loved. In this episode, Joe opens up to Elizabeth and Julia about what happened on the day…

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A Library is More Than Books! 27:27

5d ago27:27

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If you hadn't visited your library in the last 10 years, you might not recognize it. Yes, there are still plenty of books, but they have added heaps of services, many of which are especially helpful for those recovering from a brain injury. Kristen Lindscott and Bob Loftin who work for community partnership and engagement for the Plano Library talk…

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We all Need a Little Help Sometimes 27:09

28d ago27:09

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Think about a brain injury as a family event. Both the survivor and their family need resources and support to find their new normal. Our guest, Karol Falci, a neuro case manager for Baylor Scott and White in Frisco, is a brain injury survivor herself. Her background began in acute short-term care but is currently part of the day neuro team. She ex…

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#39 The Changing World of Loving Someone After Acquired Brain Injury - Elizabeth Callaghan, Julia Ajayi and Able To Care podcast host Andy Baker 53:14

25d ago53:14

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Brain injury changes lives in an instant and not only for the survivor but those closest to them. In this episode of On A Good Day, Elizabeth and Julia share an episode from the Able To Care podcast which they were invited on to talk about their experiences as a carers. Hosted by Andy Baker, they talk to him about their personal journeys and how th…

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How do you survive as a caregiver? 30:02

1M ago30:02

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Being positive and fighting goes a long way! Listen to John Hoffman tell an inspirational story about his wife, Judy’s battle with an inoperable brain tumor and how she lives a full life now. His story tells us how they chose to go to Oregon to do an experimental treatment. Judy is a hero: not only did she win her battle with cancer, she went on to…

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Are you financially prepared for life after a brain injury? 24:25

1M ago24:25

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Let’s face it: life after brain injury is expensive. From loss of employment to additional medical bills, building a relationship with a trusted professional is key to planning your future. Lori Vejii, a financial planner from Edward Jones, shares tips and tricks for a successful financial planning session after a brain injury. She advises us on wa…

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#38 How Can Independence Be Achieved After Brain Injury? - with Special Guests From Independence Day Brain Injury Conference Hosted By Irwin Mitchell 32:12

1M ago32:12

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Becoming independent is one of the most important things brain injury survivors strive for - but how can independence be achieved? In this special episode, Elizabeth and Julia go on the road to a Brain Injury Conference and speak to some of the speakers and those in attendance about how they are helping support brain injury survivors and some of th…

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Acquire In-Depth Knowledge on a New SCI Personal Caregiver Course 31:52

1M ago31:52

31:52

Subject matter experts discuss how and why a new, online education class, “Understanding Spinal Cord Injury: A Course for Personal Care Assistants,” was created. The course introduces learners to the physical and emotional experience of individuals living with SCI and offers suggestions for building positive working relationships. Course content wa…

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S5E21-Lori Vejil Do You Know Your Credit Score? 25:22

2M ago25:22

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And, do you know how to build your credit score? After a brain injury, in addition to being faced with additional medical costs, many survivors must relearn how to manage their finances. In today's episode with Lori Vejil, financial planner at Edward Jones, will give you a starting point. She will tell you how to create a budget beginning with your…

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The Heart of Caregiving 31:32

2M ago31:32

31:32

In this episode, Mike Stedham, an ordained minister and professional counselor with over 40 years of experience, shares his experiences leading a support group for TBI caregivers and emphasizes the importance of communication, realistic expectations, and self-care. He shares the significance of humor, and the value of peer support in the TBI recove…

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#37 Brain Injury Progress In One Year - With Survivors Paul Callaghan and Hector Ajayi 37:15

2M ago37:15

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How much progress can brain injury survivors make over time? It has been six years since Paul had his brain injury, and nearly 15 years for Hector, and despite that, they both identify things that they feel have improved for them over the last year. In this episode, they join Elizabeth and Julia (their wife's) to talk about the progress they have m…

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Finding Community After Brain Injury 17:13

2M ago17:13

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In this episode, Rick Yates discusses his experience with brain injury, the support group he helped to establish in 2004 and the benefits of being part of such a community. Rick describes the support group's impact on his recovery, including improved communication skills, a sense of purpose, and coping with depression. He highlights the importance …

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#36 What Benefits Could You Be Entitled To After Brain Injury? - Benefits Advisor Alice Hamilton, Citizens Advice 40:19

2M ago40:19

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What benefits could you claim after you've had brain injury or are a carer? The system in England and Wales can be mind-boggling, especially if it's your first experience of applying for benefits. In this episode, Elizabeth and Julia speak to Alice Hamilton from Citizens Advice to get her insight into what financial help the government can provide.…

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Coping Skills are for Everyone 30:22

3M ago30:22

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We know it is easier said than done. In Part Two, Willa talks about emotions after a brain injury from her experience as a neuropsychologist and assistant professor at UTSouthwestern. Many survivors have a negative outlook for their future, but Willa asks them to focus on what they can control, utilizing coping skills: including writing a journal, …

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Time is the Best Cure 29:02

3M ago29:02

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We know it is easier said than done. In Part Two, Willa talks about emotions after a brain injury from her experience as a neuropsychologist and assistant professor at UTSouthwestern. Many survivors have a negative outlook for their future, but Willa asks them to focus on what they can control, utilizing coping skills: including writing a journal, …

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You Need to Understand that Life is Different 26:06

3M ago26:06

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After a stroke, look for ways to be happy! That is the advice from Silas Allen, who survived a stroke and is a reporter for the Fort Worth Star Telegram covering educational news for Tarrant County. He found several tools to assist in writing for work, e.g. GoogleDocs, Otter.ai, etc. Silas felt mentally challenged with fatigue, relearning how to dr…

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#35 Living With Locked In Syndrome, a Daughter's Story - Georgie Tyler-Collings 1:02:02

3M ago1:02:02

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What is locked-in syndrome? How does it affect someone? Locked-in syndrome might be a condition you have heard of - but may not know much about. This episode will help you understand more about locked-in syndrome and what it is like to live with or support a family member with the condition. To shed a light on the topic, Georgie Tyler-Collings join…

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Tamsin Keyes on Research and Publications within the Charitable Sector 42:56

3M ago42:56

42:56

Cliodhna and Ingram talk to Tamsin Keyes, Publications and Research Manager at Headway UK about her work in supporting the development of evidence in the field and promoting an understanding of brain injury.By Ingram Wright

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Strengthening Your Spiritual Health 26:51

3M ago26:51

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After brain injury, have you ever felt that you may need help in maintaining or strengthening your spiritual life? Talking with somebody like Chaplain Johnny Taylor may be the help you need. He has helped many with that process throughout his 28 year career as a chaplain and continues till this day as he now serves at UT Southwestern Hospital. Supp…

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Brain Injuries Don’t Take a Day Off 26:55

4M ago26:55

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Everyday is a challenge after a brain injury! Welcome bindwaves co-hosts Carrie & Kezia as they discuss common obstacles faced by brain injury survivors. The limitations each survivor faces vary due to the affected area. It is highly unlikely that two survivors would face the exact same challenges, e.g. relearning swallowing, speaking, walking, bat…

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#34 On A (Not So) Good Day: Our Challenges With Brain Injury - Elizabeth Callaghan and Julia Ajayi 21:52

3M ago21:52

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What's it like to be the partner of a brain injury survivor? The truth is, some days are not so good. There are times which can be challenging, frustrating and upsetting. In this episode, Elizabeth and Julia acknowledge the (not so) good days and share with honesty some of the challenges they face living with a brain injury survivor. They share the…

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Lisa Ottomanelli, PhD: Combining Vocational Rehabilitation with Clinical Care for SCI Survivors 47:18

4M ago47:18

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Welcome to this 2024 Kessler Foundation Baird Visiting Educational Professorship Lecture podcast.Lisa Ottomanelli, PhD, a prominent researcher in the field of spinal cord injury (SCI) and disabilities, was a featured speaker at the 2023 Kessler Foundation Baird Visiting Educational Professorship. Her work primarily revolves around implementing and …

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Not Everyone Should be Driving After a Brain Injury 18:37

4M ago18:37

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There are reasons why the Department of Public Safety (DPS) may deny your request to resume driving. Listen to Christine Nelson who is a licensed rehab specialist and a manager at PATE. Several reasons why a person may not pass a driving test are memory lapses, anger issues, spatial issues between cars, and the failure to execute certain strategies…

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Driving Again is Not Easy 26:07

4M ago26:07

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There is no substitute for real-life driving! Our guest today is Alice Petranek, an Occupational Therapist, who works at Rehab Without walls. She is a founding member of BIN board of Directors. She believes that resume driving is a set of sense skills in perception, vision, and coordination… all at the same time. Alice is clear that safety is the m…

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#33 Managing Mindset To Recover From Brain Injury - with HelloSelf Founder Charlie Wells 1:00:39

4M ago1:00:39

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What part does mindset play in recovering from brain injury? In this episode, Elizabeth and Julia are joined by entrepreneur Charlie Wells. He was running a 5km race, dressed as Santa, when he had subarachnoid haemorrhage, aged 30. He underwent ground-breaking surgery to keep him alive. With sheer determination and a strong mindset, Charlie's recov…

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Getting Back on the Road… Safely! 25:25

4M ago25:25

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Be patient and take time to get your confidence back to drive. Welcome back Mr. Brandon Higgs, co-owner of H & T Driver Rehabilitation, which is a driving-specific occupational therapy business. They do clinical testing and behind-the-wheel evaluations designed to give survivors an idea if it would be safe to return to driving. They can do all of t…

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Who Decides When It Is Time to Resume Driving? 24:53

4M ago24:53

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There is no right answer to this question, but Brandon Higgs will shed light on some of the issues in today’s program. He is a co-owner of H&T Driver Rehabilitation Specialists and is certified for comprehensive rehabilitation services (CRS). Brandon believes that occupational therapists are well suited to contribute to the decision to regain the i…

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#32 Facts And Myths Of Epilepsy - with Professor Ley Sander, Neurologist Specialising in Epilepsy 59:05

4M ago59:05

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Epilepsy is a common side effect following brain injury and a condition which affects 600,000 people in the UK. In this episode, Elizabeth and Julia speak to Ley Sander, a Professor of Neurology and Clinical Epilepsy and Medical Officer with the Epilepsy Society. Some of the questions we ask include: what is epilepsy? Why do some people get seizure…

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Dr Alex Lehn, Neurologist talks brain injury. 25:24

5M ago25:24

25:24

Doctor Alex Lehn, Neurologist talks through cognitive pattens and how the brain works after a brain injury.By Synapse, Australia’s Brain Injury Organisation

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Beyond brain injury recovery 23:11

4M ago23:11

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Tess specialises in working with people with brain injury. She addresses the common impacts of brain injury, and the various ways in which speech pathology can help. She also talks about not limiting yourself in terms of expectations of recovery.By Synapse, Australia’s Brain Injury Organisation

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Mental and emotional impacts of brain injury 19:00

5M ago19:00

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Cheryl was diagnosed with a brain tumour in her twenties - it has had significant impacts throughout her life, both ongoing physical and in terms of her mental and emotional wellbeing. She talks about the impact of a 'hidden' illness, and the need to grieve the things she's lost.By Synapse, Australia’s Brain Injury Organisation

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BI rehabilitation and understanding your own capacity. 19:48

5M ago19:48

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Carlo specialises in working with people with brain injury. He talks about how OT can help, the need to understand and work with the engagement issues intrinsic to ABI, and how it's essential that people are encouraged to understand their own capacity, rather than telling them what is possible.By Synapse, Australia’s Brain Injury Organisation

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Adjusting after a brain injury 20:09

4M ago20:09

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Terry was very depressed after sustaining a brain injury, but gained a great deal from volunteering. He originally couldn't find his way around his own home, but now takes the bus and, when he gets lost, has developed strategies to relax and give himself the time and space to regroup.By Synapse, Australia’s Brain Injury Organisation

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Drive Well, Not for Yourself, but for Your Family 25:56

5M ago25:56

25:56

Listen to Chris B, who advises listeners to go slow when restarting driving after a brain injury. Chris is a member of BIND and volunteers at Heritage Farms in Plano. He has a supportive family, who encouraged him to start driving. Chris remembers the feeling of waking up and recognizing that his hands worked properly so that he could drive. It too…

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Re-Release: What Happens Next After Brain Injury 19:38

5M ago19:38

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As we dive into Brain Injury Awareness Month, we're re-releasing the most watched and listened-to episodes, packed with a highlight of hope, inspiration, and resilience. On today's episode, we are re-releasing “What happens Next After Brain Injury” with Bernard, a great example of willingness to relearn even with all the the frustrations. You will …

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#31 Living Life With Hope and Humour After Brain Tumour - with Andy Tudor, Host Of Let's Talk About Brain Tumours 49:46

5M ago49:46

49:46

Andy Tudor thought be might be getting early onset dementia or having a stroke when he was eventually admitted to hospital. When he was told he had a huge 7cm tumour in his brain it was almost a relief, he tells Elizabeth and Julia in this episode released during Brain Tumour awareness month. Seven years ago Andy had life-saving neurosurgery to rem…

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Re-Release: Independence is Key 19:57

5M ago19:57

19:57

As we dive into Brain Injury Awareness Month, we're Re-releasing the most watched and listened-to episodes, packed with a highlight of hope, inspiration, and resilience. On today's episode, we are re-releasing “Independence is Key” with Livia, a great example of determination and independence in the face of difficulties. You will be hearing her ear…

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Re-Release: No Limits to Therapy 19:53

5M ago19:53

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In honor of Brain Injury Awareness Month we are re-releasing our most popular episodes. On this episode, we talked with Amber Richarson who is an Occupational therapist and Community Relations Manager with Pate & Rehab without walls. We discuss all the many different options for brain injury rehabilitation therapy such as within a hospital, outpati…

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#30 Claiming Compensation After Brain Injury - with Richard Biggs & Adam Shelverton, Irwin & Mitchell 45:20

5M ago45:20

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Getting legal advice is not usually your first priority after a traumatic brain injury but, as Elizabeth and Julia discover, making that call could help hugely with a person's recovery - and an initial call costs nothing. In this episode, Elizabeth and Julia look at the importance of getting specialist legal advice and the difference it can make to…

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Re-Release: What Is A Brain Injury? 21:05

6M ago21:05

21:05

In honor of Brain Injury Awareness Month, we are re-releasing our most popular episodes. Today you will be hearing our very first episode that was published on March 25th, 2021 “What is a Brain Injury?” You will re-meet Karl H. as a founding member of BIN and his knowledge on brain injury through 15 years of recovery 💚 🎙️ Do you want to support us?…

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RealTalk MS Interview: Cognitive Rehabilitation and MS with Nancy Chiaravalloti, PhD 9:55

6M ago9:55

9:55

Nancy Chiaravalloti, PhD, is a widely recognized leader in cognitive rehabilitation for multiple sclerosis and traumatic brain injury at Kessler Foundation. Here are excerpts from her 2023 interview with Jon Strum, RealTalk MS.For more information about Nancy Chiaravalloti, PhD, director, https://kesslerfoundation.org/aboutus/Nancy%20ChiaravallotiC…

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What is cognitive rehabilitation? 2:24

6M ago2:24

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Read the transcript at https://kesslerfoundation.org/sites/default/files/2024-01/What%20is%20cognitive%20rehabilitation-TRANSCRIPT.pdfExpertly Explained: Insights with Nancy Chiaravalloti, PhDNancy Chiaravalloti, PhD, is a widely recognized leader in cognitive rehabilitation for multiple sclerosis and traumatic brain injury at Kessler Foundation. H…

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What is the modified Story Memory Technique (KF-mSMT) protocol? 1:06

5M ago1:06

1:06

Read the transcript at https://kesslerfoundation.org/sites/default/files/2024-01/What%20is%20the%20modified%20Story%20Memory%20Technique%20%28KF-mSMT%29%20protocol-TRANSCRIPT.pdf Expertly Explained: Insights with Nancy Chiaravalloti, PhDNancy Chiaravalloti, PhD, is a widely recognized leader in cognitive rehabilitation for multiple sclerosis and tr…

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Which cognitive functions are commonly affected by MS? 1:19

6M ago1:19

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Read the transcript at https://kesslerfoundation.org/sites/default/files/2024-01/Which%20cognitive%20functions%20are%20commonly%20affected%20by%20MS-TRANSCRIPT.pdfExpertly Explained: Insights with Nancy Chiaravalloti, PhDNancy Chiaravalloti, PhD, is a widely recognized leader in cognitive rehabilitation for multiple sclerosis and traumatic brain in…

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#29 How Can Friends Support Families After Brain Injury? - With Emma Carrington and Helen Gettings 43:23

6M ago43:23

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When someone has a brain injury, families need more support than ever with friends rallying to help at a very difficult time. But what are the best ways friends can help when someone has a brain injury? In this episode, Elizabeth and Julia are joined by their close friends Emma and Helen as they discuss how the friendships helped them in dark days …

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Don't Get Mad, Do Something! 26:13

6M ago26:13

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Listen to these inspirational stories from two members at BIND. Kezia and Olivia who are both young stroke survivors. They will tell you that every experience is different, and how to recognize that many brain injuries are invisible. In the podcast, you will hear how they persevere and overcome fatigue, difficulty in speech and cognitive tasks, mem…

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Where do you want to go now… 27:43

6M ago27:43

27:43

Enjoy listening to Gregg Grossman, Ph.D., who is a life coach, president of Beyond Perseverance, and author of Times of Perseverance: Hope and Healing on the Battlefields of Life. No stranger to brain injury, he had to recover from two car accidents over 10 years. Gregg explains how he uses mostly open-ended questions to build trust, spirit, and wh…

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