A brain injury may be temporary or permanent, and may cause partial or total impairment of cognitive, physical, and behavioral/emotional functioning.

Cognitive consequences can include problems with memory, information processing, concentration, judgment, initiating activities, and others. Physical consequences can include seizures, muscle spasms, fatigue, headaches, balance problems, and others. Emotional/behavioral consequences can include depression, mood swings, anxiety, impulsivity, agitation, and others.

Brain injury affects the individual, the family, close friends, coworkers and many other social networks. Roles and relationships change; the financial ramifications may be extensive. For more brain injury information and support groups, please access the resources listed to the right.