Lived Experience

Don’t Panic! How I navigate my way out of a state of panic!

After my TBI, I would get myself into such a state of worry and anxiety quite often. Read Brooke Trotter's experience on navigating his way out of panic!

How to access specialist doctors faster after a brain injury

Read Michelle Munt's blog post on how to access specialist doctors faster after sustaining a brain injury.

Why don’t I feel like I’m making any progress recovering from my traumatic brain injury?

Having a brain injury was something that took me well over five years to come to terms with, but one thing I can say is that I made no improvement when I have been in a negative state of mind.

Life after a Brain Injury: three steps to increase your self-worth

In this article, Michelle Munt provides 3 key steps for increasing your self-worth following a brain injury.

How to cope with stubborn brain injury survivors

Today I want to talk to the friends and family members who are finding it a real struggle to deal with the brain injury survivor in their life.

What is it like to live with a brain injury?

Writing the above title caused me to stare at a blank screen for a few minutes because the truth is, it’s been 12 years and I can’t remember what it’s like to live without one!

Advice for family of a recent Traumatic Brain Injury survivor

One of the most distressing parts of this scenario is how the brain injury survivor can lash out so much at their loved ones. In this article, Michelle Munt provides advice for family members of a recent TBI survivor.

Managing and coping with fatigue after brain injury

Managing fatigue after a brain injury requires a variety of strategies. Read Brooke Trotter's blog on 'Managing and coping with fatigue after brain injury'.

Life after a Brain Injury - The breakdown of relationships

In this article, Michelle Munt discusses the break down of relationships after sustaining a brain injury. "Most brain injury survivors that I have spoken to have had relationships with friends and family breakdown after their injury"

How long will it be before I’m better from a traumatic brain injury?

Your recovery won’t happen fast, it will be a marathon, not a sprint. You are in it for the long haul, so you need to make the journey a more comfortable one.

Multivitamin Tablets: Do they really improve brain functionality after a brain injury?

In this article, Michelle Munt questions the use of high dose multivitamins tablets, which are marketed at improving brain functionality.

How to improve your memory after a brain injury PART 2

TBI has a huge effect on your ability to concentrate and focus on anything. Read part 2 of Brookes Trotter's article on "How to improve your memory after a brain injury"