The Impact of a Traumatic Brain Injury

Author

• Sarah Hemmen

Date of Award

2021

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

Submission Date

October 2026

Thesis/Dissertation Advisor [Chair]

Trivigno, Catherine

Abstract

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) diagnosis is devastating for any family. This devastation is often increased and emphasized by the evident lack of resources for these families and caregivers, to maneuver through the steps of recovery. TBI's have been given the nicknae of "the silent epidemic,” and there is increasing, though still minimal, recognition or discussion of this injury. This thesis looks at the causes, types, and frequencies of traumatic brain injuries, as well as the psychological, financial, and burden experienced by the parents, siblings, and caregivers in addition to the patient themselves. We can conclude that more resources need to be made available to help families and caregivers of TBI patients maneuver through the recovery processes as well as maintain their overall health and family dynamic.

Comments

Thesis (B.A.)--Florida Atlantic University, Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College, 2021

Recommended Citation

Hemmen, Sarah, "The Impact of a Traumatic Brain Injury" (2021). Harriet L Wilkes Honors College Theses 2020 - Present. 109.
https://digitalcommons.fau.edu/etd_honors/109

Extent

44 p.

Identifier

FAUHT00144