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Author Daisley, Audrey.
Title Head injury : the facts / Audrey Daisley, Rachel Tams, Udo Kischka.
Imprint Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2009.
Edition 3rd ed. / Audrey Daisley, Rachel Tams and Judith Allanson.
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Phys. Description xiv, 182 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
Series The facts
Facts (Oxford, England)
The facts
Note Previous ed.: 1998.
Formerly CIP. Uk
Contents Coping with head injury : introduction and overview -- How the brain works and how it is damaged -- Treatment and recovery after head injury -- Changes in physical functioning -- Changes in thinking skills -- Changes in speech, language, and communication -- Changes in emotions and behaviour -- Changes in sexual functioning -- Family issues after head injury -- Helping children cope with head injury in the family -- The longer term.
Summary Explains how the brain is affected when a head injury occurs. Discusses the physical, cognitive and emotional problems that can arise as a result, and how to cope in the weeks, months and - potentially - years after the accident. Offers practical advice on coping strategies, emphasising that knowledge and support are key to overcoming a head injury as a family. Includes a 'frequently asked questions' section written especially for children who know someone who has been injured.
Subject Brain Injuries.
Family.
Family Relations.
Other Number 2008023824
GBA792575 bnb
Alt Author Tams, Rachel.
Kischka, Udo.
Headway (Organisation)
ISBN 0199218226 (pbk. : alk. paper)
9780199218226 (pbk. : alk. paper)