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All things brain injury & PTSD. Advocacy, news and information for survivors, friends, families, caregivers, and professionals that work with them.
Arlington, VA
Joined January 2009
Nov 11 was the fifteen-year anniversary of the accident that changed everything in David Grant's life. He's had fourteen anniversaries before this year’s milestone. One might think they are all the same, but this year was tough. Perhaps the toughest. https://t.co/xLaBTRstxz
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On November 11, the fifteen-year anniversary of the accident that changed everything came to pass. I marvel that it’s been a decade and a half since I was struck while cycling on Main Street.I’ve had
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DOC 101: A Free Education and Support Group for caregivers of severe brain injury survivors.
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For those in the #NewYork/#NewJersey area … don’t miss this Saturday, 27 April’s Jojo’s Cause event to raise money for both #braininjury #research and families in need at the local level.
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Today is a special day to show some appreciation for the #Caregivers in your life. If you are a #Caregiver, thank you for all you do! #ThankYou
#Caregiving
#ThankACaregiver
#NationalCaregiversDay
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We are grateful for your support on this #GivingTuesday. Donate today and TRIPLE your support to @BrainLine! Donate here: https://t.co/0N907ZQVze
#ThankYou #GivingTuesday2023 #BrainInjury #TBI #PTSD
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"After successfully dodging #COVID for over 3 years, the virus finally struck our household." https://t.co/ycUcGZp6f9 blogger David A. Grant discusses "Long Brain Injury" - the #BrainFog, #fatigue, and other #BrainInjury symptoms made worse by #COVID19. https://t.co/oaWoZGxAUx
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Well, it finally happened. After successfully dodging COVID for over three-and-a-half years, the virus finally struck our household. Since the outbreak, my biggest fear about COVID was having a
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"I don’t really care why playing a role alleviates some of my husband's #PTSD symptoms, I am just glad it does!" Veteran #caregiver Stacey Shade-Ware blogs about the healing power of dressing up at Renaissance Fair. #VeteranCaregiver #Acting
https://t.co/qHUKO8YsHK
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At the end of the day, I don’t really care why playing a role at the Renaissance Festival alleviates some of my husband, Russ's symptoms of PTSD, I am just glad it does!
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🧟♀️ Brains!🧟♂️ You don't have to be a zombie to appreciate a good #brain. Learn about different types of #neuroimaging or brain scans used to see your brain: https://t.co/W1vXdfgljm (IMG: "Happy Halloween from @BrainLine")
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[1/4] TODAY is #WorldMentalHealthDay, a day for global mental health awareness About HALF of individuals living with #TBI are affected by depression within the 1ST YEAR after injury and and nearly TWO-THIRDS are affected within 7 YEARS after injury RESOURCES⬇️
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"Prior to my injury, there had been nothing to compensate for." https://t.co/ycUcGZp6f9 blogger David A. Grant shares how #CompensatoryStrategies help him every day while living with #TraumaticBrainInjury. #TBI
#BrainInjury
#GoogleTools
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Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay! PTSD expert @TamarRodney, PhD, shares why #MentalHealth is just as important as #PhysicalHealth: https://t.co/tcZYFbvP8u If you are living with #BrainInjury or #PTSD visit https://t.co/ycUcGZp6f9 to learn about improving your mental health. #Hope
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October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. In this personal essay, learn how #yoga helped one mother process the #trauma and impact of her late-term pregnancy loss. #PTSD
#TraumaHealing
#YogaForPTSD
#PregnancyLoss
#PregnancyLossAwareness
https://t.co/QjiAvzTKAp
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@wwp A5: It's a common fear that asking others about #suicide will put the idea in their head - but that is NOT true. Asking directly "Are you thinking about suicide?" shows that you care and are someone they can talk to about how they're feeling. #WWPChat
cohenveteransnetwork.org
Learn about preventing veteran suicide during high-risk periods. Get strategies and resources to support our veterans.
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A3: One of the biggest red flags to look for is a shift in behavior. This article is a great resource to learn about the potential warning signs and what you can do to help prevent #VeteranSuicide: https://t.co/SNgEqfxI3m
#WWPChat
newsroom.woundedwarriorproject.org
Raising awareness of veteran suicide and how to talk to veterans dealing with thoughts of suicide are the main principles behind ASIST. WWP is one of many facilitators of this important two-day...
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@wwp YES. Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about #suicide from @NIMHgov at https://t.co/6BHelTuqGL.
#WWPChat
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Signs like withdrawal, depressed mood, and speaking about suicide vary from person to person but may not be present. The best thing to do is talk honestly and listen openly. It takes an immense amount of strength to talk about difficult feelings. #WWPChat #SuicidePrevention
Q3: Are there signs that someone is at risk for suicide that a family member, friend, or coworker can look for? #WWPChat
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@wwp If you’re a veteran in crisis or concerned about one, responders are available 24/7 to listen & help - Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at https://t.co/SD2JPoe1Iz, or text 838255. #PreventSuicide #WWPChat
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