Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) affect more than just the individual; they disrupt entire family systems - parents, siblings spouses, and beyond. Caregivers feel overwhelmed and exhausted by their new role and shattered by the loss of the person who is no longer the same.
Sadly, TBIs are a a silent epidemic, and each case is unique, ranging from mild to severe. Symptoms and recoveries defy a single narrative.
When the author's son suffered a TBI in 2007, she was overwhelmed, lost, and desperate for guidance. She lived with under certainty, fear, grief, exhaustion, and heartbreak. Yet, resources for caregivers navigating this life-altering journey were scarce. This is the
Traumatic Brain Injury Resource
that would have supported her on her journey.
This journal was born out of her experience as a mother navigating the uncertain and often isolating world of TBIs. This workbook provides
support for TBI families
, with
personal stories, reflective prompts, and tools to help readers
process the emotions, track their journey, and adjust to the life changes. It's a space to breathe, reflect, and move forward.