Pediatric traumatic brain injury: challenges and interventions for families.
Experiencing a brain injury is a traumatic event not only for the child who is directly affected, but also for his or her family system. Recently, attention has turned toward the potentially deleterious effects of having a child with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) on parents, siblings, and extended family members. Specifically, families of TBI survivors may suffer major psychological, financial, role, and relationship risks. Therefore, treating the child with a brain injury is only one component of a comprehensive recovery program. This article describes common experiences of families following a child's brain injury, and specific strategies that might help families through the recovery/reentry process.
Conoley
J C
JC
University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Teachers College, USA.
Sheridan
S M
SM
D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D001930:Brain Injuries / Q000523:psychology*; D003376:Counseling; D005192:Family Health; D006801:Humans