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MENTAL HEALTH
MANAGE YOUR CONDITION
IMPROVE COGNITION
IMPROVING AWARENESS
THERAPY
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Contents Editors message and Reader Letters Contents Contributors
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MANAGE YOUR CONDITION Virtual Reality Leisure Pursuits & Hobbies Importance of a Routine Importance of Nutrition
51
HEADWAY Alyesbury Vale
53
Derby Royal Hospital Study Day
57
RELATIONSHIPS
6 9 Un-coordinated or Clumsy? 11 13 TBI ONE LOVE
IMPROVE COGNITION
Forming NEW & Maintaining Old
Train Your Brain
16
Brain Training Applications
20
MENTAL HEALTH Socially Awkward
HEADWAY Derby
60 61 64
REVIEWS & SUBSCRIPTIONS Book Review
66
Movie Review
67
Subscriptions
68
Key Contacts
69
TYPSCOPE / LETTERBOX
70
Supporting Awareness
71
28
How to Keep Motivated
33
THERAPY YOGA
39 PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ADVERTISING AND
IMPROVING AWARENESS What is clinical negligence? Neuro & Brain Child Development
43 46
ARTICLE SUBMISSION FOR THE JUNE ISSUE IS MAY 20th
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Contributors To This Issue Thank you to the authors who gave their time to this magazine. Without your valuable content this issue would not have happened!
Headaches - Anthony Ball Exercise: Body Maintenance: Langford
Lucy
Headway - Alyesbury Vale & Derby Living with brain injury - Derby Head Injury Team Importance of Nutrition - Michelle Pitt Book Review - Daniela Silva
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YOU Are In CONTROL
Neuroscience and Brain Child Virtual Reality Development
home maintenance tasks, enjoy sport events and be involved in some family fun activities. One of the most striking observations about sufferers was the variation
Virtual reality 'could help treat brain injury/vertigo'
between
what
sparks
symptoms.
"All patients are very different and
Could Virtual reality be used to
some environments might trigger
diagnose and treat visual vertigo or
symptoms for some patients whilst
brain injury? Survivors often suffer
other environments might trigger
from dizziness and nausea and often cite
places
with
repetitive
symptoms for others�
visual
patterns, such as supermarkets, as the
By using virtual reality it is possible to
trigger.
create vast flexibility over the different
A team of psychologists is working to develop virtual environments to help with diagnosis and rehabilitation. The scientists believe the approach has
"Real Potential"
types of environments that we can show to patients and the aim to find out what their individual triggers might be and then
tailor
specific
rehabilitation
therapies. Visual vertigo is often referred to as
Vertigo can be extremely debilitating,
"supermarket
impacting your ability to work, perform
large shops, with their cluttered shelves
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syndrome"
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because
and repetitive aisles, can act as a
The
catalyst to attacks. Other environments
incorrectly used to describe a fear
include simply walking by the side of a
of heights
term
vertigo
is
often
river, where you have motion one side of you but not on the other can affect your balance so it is easy to imagine that a rollercoaster, sky diving, rock climbing or even sitting in a car can have an
Following a brain injury its common to suffer vertigo / balance issues as to possess good balance you need quality information from your ears, eyes and senses plus the ability for your brain to
accurately
interpret
this
Certainly people can only handle so information quickly. much of the virtual reality images at one time but with lots of breaks it is possible
“Balance is like a three legged
to identify the array of potential triggers
stool”
What is vertigo?
If an injured brain effects one of the inputs outlined above then the result
Vertigo is a symptom rather than a condition.
maybe that the stool falls over as it can’t stay upright on two legs alone.
Sufferers can endure dizziness, a sense of self-motion, a loss of balance and nausea
The hope is that a virtual reality system will assist in pinpointing which ‘leg’ is damaged and create scenarios where the brain has to re-
If you have severe vertigo, your calibrate itself and learn how to cope symptoms may be constant and last with different situations. The idea is for several days or even longer
that repeated submersion will force
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affect.
the brain to create new pathways to enable it to better cope with a scenario and react quicker therefore reducing the timeframe that symptoms occur.
brain injury community do? The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) regularly looks at new medication and treatments to assess
“Early Days”
whether they:
It is still early days yet however the
• Are safe, more or less effective than
technology is already there so bringing
other medication or treatments
this to fruition should be quit rapid as the
cost
of
delivering
this
is
significantly reduced and certainly
• Represent value for money by assessing how well a medication or treatment works in relation to its cost
when the facilitates are available and the processes honed this could be a real
NICE will not automatically reject a
treatment plan.
medication or treatment because it's expensive. The NHS in England and
There are various stages and drivers in adopting a new treatment plan both in the private sector and national health service. However assuming that their success criteria is reached and once the idea is properly accepted / implemented we could see VR systems in place sooner
Wales is legally obliged to fund medicines and treatments NICE recommends. This means that when NICE recommends a medicine or treatment, the NHS must ensure it's available to those people it could help, normally within three months of the guidance being issued.
than a new drug for example as there may not be as many hoops to jump
Talk to your GP and follow their
through. In the mean time what can the
guidance.
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Neuroscience and Brain Child & Leisure Pursuits Development Hobbies
a couple of quid. Lately it’s not been so easy to do so I tried jigsaws. It’s got a sense of achievement at the end. But I found the pieces fiddly and I
Concentration is a problem.
spent a lot of time looking at them to find out where they went.
It is difficult to focus on a particular My
wife
Laura can do this no
also difficult to focus without fatigue
problem. I get in the way though and
setting in.
it would take years to finish with me on the team.
So, trying to do something for pleasure and getting a sense of achievement is difficult. I make wooden models from the cheap kits that you’ll see around for
The answer was a PC based jigsaw. There are plenty about but I found that the best one for me, at the
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task for long without distraction. It is
moment, is Magic Jigsaw Puzzles from
ceases to be enjoyable. It can happen
the Microsoft Store (yes, I run Windows
when it starts to be necessary to do it.
10 Pro). The one shown is 280 pieces with the pieces the right way up. The other easy bit is to initially show only the edges so there is no messing about. The number of pieces can be chosen. I started with 35 and now do the 280 piece daily puzzle (free) and when I got enough points I did a 630 piece. There are enough free pictures to work with and its easy enough to turn your own photos into puzzles. As I say, there are a lot of other programmes out there for all platforms
They can turn into an obsession or an addiction. Not completing in one session won’t harm anyone. You can always pick it up again at a later date. I do jigsaws to help me concentrate and, believe it or not, keep my brain active.
but, I have a PC with Windows 10 and
You can do electronic jigsaw puzzles free
Magic Jigsaw Puzzles is the best one for
from https://www.jigidi.com/
me at the moment. The only thing to watch out for is to stop when doing a pastime or hobby that
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“Importance of A Routine” Over the last six weeks we have
Thursday
-
Maintenance
Exercises
Friday - Activity
Saturday
introduced a new session of therapy
-
Maintenance
Exercises
which results in us doing something four times a week rather than three. We leave weekends free so have a good two
Originally
completing
an
Sunday - FREE
We are still have the mantra:
“One Activity a Day”
activity
Monday, Wednesday and Friday in the morning was working well and then a rest was required so the remainder of the could bee fulfilled.
“My Tank is Empty”
Which is working well. Do one thing a day and do it well with little after effect. We have tried multiple tasks and it just doesn't work. This empties the fuel tank entirely so what we have is workable is to never let in run low
Introducing a fourth day resulted it
by pacing yourself and refilling during
three consecutive activities and ended
the day by taking a
up draining my energy fuel tank! We
“Power Nap”
are not quite sure how to handle this and are still muddling through it but are going to try the following new schedule and see how it works:
Which allows you to function for the remainder of the day. If our new routine doesn't work we are going to have to introduce an eight day week!
Monday to Wednesday - Activity Watch this space!!
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day rest before the next week starts.
EXERCISE & NUTRITION
“Importance of Nutrition�
Drink more milk You are more likely to get a cold in winter, so making sure your immune
Five ways to stay healthy this
system is in tip-top condition is
winter
important. Milk and dairy products such as cheese and yoghurt are great
It may be cold outside, but winter needn't be the unhealthiest time of year
ways to make sure that, even when your
B12 plus
an important source of
calcium, which helps keep bones strong.
body is telling you to hibernate, you can keep healthy and fit, no matter what the weather's like.
Eat more Fruit and Vegetables When it's cold and dark outside, it can
Eliminate your sleep debt
be tempting to fill up on unhealthy comfort food, but it's important to
On average we sleep six-and-a-half hours a night, much less than the seven to nine hours recommended. But in
ensure you still have balance and include
portions
of
fruit
and
vegetables a day.
winter, we naturally sleep more because of the longer nights. Use the time to
Winter vegetables such as carrots,
catch up on missed sleep as there many
parsnips and turnips can be roasted,
benefits of a decent nights sleep.
mashed or made into soup for a comforting winter meal for the whole family.
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for you and your family. Here are five
sources of protein and vitamins A and
Try new activities for the whole towards start off with a light bite, such as a piece of fruit or a low-fat yoghurt.
family Don't use the cold winter months as an excuse to stay in and lounge around. Instead, get out with the whole family to try out a new activity such as taking a
Shortly
your
morning
appetite
will
naturally increase and you'll may find you
eat
less
throughout
the
day,
including snacks.
winter walk on the beach or through the
There are many ways to research how to
park. Regular exercise helps control
best follow these five tips.
your weight and boost your immune
Try and keep things simple, quick
system, and its also fun!
to prepare and cost efficient.
Have a hearty breakfast
These five things should actually reduce Winter
is the
perfect
season
for
porridge. Eating a warm bowlful on a
or maintain your household budget not increase it.
cold morning isn't just a delicious way to start your day, it also helps boost your
Therefore it’s a win, win, win as you are
intake of starchy foods and fibre. These
getting yourself into a routine, eating
give you energy and help you feel fuller
healthier plus exercising more! As I write
for longer, stopping the temptation to
this article its difficult to think of a
snack mid-morning and contain lots of
reason that you wouldn't do this !
vital vitamins and minerals. Creating the habit of eating in the morning is something you can build
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IMPROVE COGNITION
“Exercises to Strengthen your Brain!” The rules of brain training: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Try and do a minimum and maximum of thirty minutes each day. Try and commit to doing for ten weeks. This duration requires that you set time to one side to complete this. It has to be challenging to work. If it’s to easy there are no benefits. To keep motivated set yourself rewards. If you complete an exercise give yourself a reward, something to look forward to! As well as doing exercises on your own work with others to increase your social skills.
Word Search
DETERMINED ENTHIUASAM FATIGUE HOPE INSPIRE LIFE MENTALHEALTH MOTIVATE POSITIVE PROGRESS
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This maze is much more complex than usual. You start on the left hand side and have to escape to exit on the right hand side. There are multiple paths and dead ends!
Improve Cognition
START
However there are multiple dead ends and only one solution! Perhaps time yourself to see how long it takes you, take a note of the time and try it again a few weeks later.
Cris-Cross Across
Down
4. OPTIMISM
1. IMPROVE
5. AFFIRMATIVE
2. STIMULATE
7. MIND
3. STRONG-MINDED
10. TIREDNESS
6. ENCOURAGE 8. EXISTENCE 9. EXCITED
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APPLICATION REVIEWS
Sleep With Me Podcast
With names such as "Polished stone in my shoe" and "When dumplings fly", the titles are hardly gripping, and, despite having listened to many hours of them, as much as I would like to tell you what the stories are about, they are simply too dull to stick in my brain, which I guess is the objective! You know when you stop to ask someone
Sleep With Me is a series of "superdull"
for directions to somewhere relatively
stories and is marketed as the podcast
close by and they go round the houses,
to put you to sleep.
describing
every
turning,
building,
landmark and pub that you will pass on The stories are read by Dan Ackerman, known as "Scooter", who has the most monotonous, almost hypnotic voice, and at around an hour long, I find them ideal, as, with the best will in the world,
the way? How their great auntie Mabel had a friend with a dog that used to live in the cottage on the corner of this street; the one with the red door and opposite the village green?
I can rarely get to sleep in less time than that and find shorter podcasts and
You know, where the advertising board
mindfulness type apps that I've tried
is for the pub that caused complete
tend to run out before I'm even halfway
uproar as it totally ruins the landscape?
to being drowsy.
Well don't turn there, that'll take you down towards Fred's house, and Fred
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doesn't like it when people use his drive
It is easy to use.
to turn around... and by the time they get to actually telling you where you
What phone/system is it compatible
need to go, you've zoned out and
with?
forgotten why you're even there! That's the best way I can describe the Sleep
Available
for
free
via
Podcasts,
Soundcloud, and via the Sleep With With Me podcasts! I find them ideal to
Me website, plus links on their
just zone out to and relax, as I try my
Facebook page, the stories certainly
hardest initially to keep up with the
do exactly what they claim to do.
the monotone of Scooter's voice which eventually sends me off to sleep.
Review of application and rating We give this a ★★★★ rating.
I listen via Podcasts on my iPhone, and I like that you can set several up to play one after the other, as, if I wake during the night, I find they help me drift back off quicker than I usually would. I've tried several apps and this is definitely one of the best, as there's just nothing to concentrate on thus no stimulation to my already overactive brain!
How friendly is it?
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story, but find myself just listening to
Pace My Day
Answer the morning and evening questionnaires to help evaluate your sleep, mood, stress, etc. each day.
Use the report to discover trends and patterns in the relationship between the tasks you do (and for how long) and your energy level.
We all experience low energy from time to time, but low energy/fatigue plagues
a
reference
to
attempted/
completed tasks to your default
some of us more than others. Do you:
Add
calendar. Do too much and end up exhausted? The
PaceMyDay app
will
help you
Stay on a task too long?
Lack the energy to do things that
appropriate durations for various tasks,
you really enjoy?
including breaks, in order to optimize
The PaceMyDay app can help you learn to manage your daily tasks and optimize
monitor your energy levels and identify
your
daily
activities.
Because
sleep
disturbance is related to low energy/ fatigue, the app includes morning and
your energy.
evening sleep questions and prompts you
Let the countdown timer notify you when it’s time to stop.
to go to bed at a consistent, appropriate time.
Choose a break to help re-energize
The overall purpose of the PaceMyDay
you.
app is to help users increase awareness of their energy levels and become more
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skilled at choosing how long to stay at a
duration - Start a countdown
task before taking a break in order to
timer at the beginning of the
improve their energy.
selected activity.
How friendly is it?
Identify if you stopped the task prematurely and the reason (e.g.,
The application is quite intuitive and
something came up, too tired to
easy to navigate
continue, completed task early) What will it do?
Establish a wake-up alarm that
morning
sleep
questionnaire
(questions regarding quantity and quality of previous night’s sleep)
p hone/ s ys t em
(e.g.,
reading,
Identify specific tasks within the selected category
it
compatible with? Apple devices only and Requires iOS
Review of application and rating We give this a ★★★★ rating. Fatigue is difficult to manage and is impactful so every little help!
Identify how long you think you can do each task and still have energy left (optimal duration)
is
Identify a task category to be
homework, gardening, etc.)
W hat
8.2 or later. undertaken
bed at an appropriate time
Based on current energy level, determine whether to modify task
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includes a prompt to complete the
Prompts to prepare for and go to
It seems simple at first since the game is
Paperio
very easy to handle. But beware it might be a bit harder to master.
Your goal is pretty simple to get ? Conquer the largest territory. Whether you’re bold or careful, outwit your opponents by finding the best strategy to conquer the largest space. And stay cautious, you have a weak point : your tail. If ever it is touched by an opponent, you are dead. Also make sure to guard your territory because in Paper.io nothing is sure as
What will it do? Increase concentration and co-ordination What phone/system is it compatible with? It
works
with
all
Android
(Android 4.0.3 and up)
long as you do not own the whole
Cost?
territory. Stealing is legal and your
This new version is Free,
opponents won’t hesitate to do so.
We give this a ★★★★ rating
How friendly is it?
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tablets
memo and Keep will transcribe it so
Google Keep
you can find it later. • Easily plan that surprise party by sharing your Keep notes with others and collaborating on them in real time.
Quickly capture what’s on your mind and get a reminder later at the right place or time. Record a voice memo on
• Colour and add labels to code notes to quickly organise and get on with your
life.
If
you
need
to
find
something you saved, a simple search will bring it up.
transcribed. Snap a photo of a poster,
• Keep works on your phone, tablet,
receipt or document and easily organise
computer and Android wearables.
or find it later in search. Google Keep
Everything you add syncs across all
makes it easy to capture a thought or list for yourself, and share it with friends and family.
• Need to remember to pick up some
Such
Set
a
location-based
reminder to pull up your grocery list
Easy plus works seamlessly with other apps.
always with you.
groceries?
• How friendly is it?
of your devices so your thoughts are
as gmail
and
calendar
just when you get to the shop. What
phone/system
is
it
compatible with? Apple Requires iOS 8.0 and Android
What will it do? Add notes, lists and photos to Google Keep. Pressed for time? Record a voice
Review of application and rating We give this a ★★★★★ rating.
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the go and have it automatically
Our app helps Brain in Hand customers
Brain In Hand
access their information that is held in our cloud-based software. Our app doesn’t work on its own and so please don’t download
the
app
before
buying
software licence at : www.braininhand.co.uk.
Brain in Hand software lets you easily access support from your phone.
How friendly is it? Very friendly What will it do?
Used by people with autism or mental health problems, features
to
it’s packed with
help
you
Allows people to be more intendment What phone/system is it compatible with?
remember
activities, reduce anxiety and feel
Requires Android 4.0 and up
supported. Together this helps you
FREE
achieve your goals – whether that’s
Review of application and rating
travelling independently, staying in school, going to college or university,
We give this a ★★★★ rating.
starting work for the first time or just learning how to deal better with life’s up and downs.
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a
MENTAL HEALTH
Mental Health “Becoming Socially Awkward” During the time you are sick you tend to spend a significant amount of time in ‘one on one’ scenarios which can lead to you not interacting well in a group situation. This maybe that you know deep down that you are becoming socially awkward and therefore avoid
Recognize what you are doing I am still incredibly awkward at points. The fact I know that allows me to be fully aware of the times I’m acting “abnormally” around people I’m trying to set a good impression for. If you are staring off into space while someone is trying to speak to you, recognize it. Or if you seem closed off and turn away from those speaking, recognize it and make yourself more open to the conversation.
these encounters. You find it more and
Believe in yourself
more difficult to be in a large group of people; not knowing when to speak, fear
This is vital and it’s pretty short and
that you may say something silly and
sweet. Be confident. So many people that
being unable to determine / read other
are socially awkward are not confident
peoples reactions. Unable to judge when
enough in themselves to speak out loud.
someone is being sarcastic, smart or
The reason for this is because we do not
rude and the inability to react quickly
want attention on us so it feels better to
enough to keep up with the pace of
just not speak at all. Remember that at
conversation. All of these things can
the end of the day, everyone is flawed
result in a loss of confidence.
but 90% of the battle is an air of confidence that what you are saying is
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meaningful and accurate. If you are not
Contribute to the conversation
100% sure about the accuracy start Don’t just sit there and let everyone
your sentence with
else speak. Before I go out anywhere
“I am unsure whether this is true
I quickly read the news headlines, get
but I heard …”
the latest information in the sporting world
Try it; you will be surprised as to how far this can engage people.
love
talking
on
the
latest
development in the technology or
interaction I ask:
about
themselves. Some people do it a little
“What do you think of ..” or “Have you heard about …”
bit too much, but I use this as an excuse
In the digital age of Google most
to be less socially awkward. This
people know a little about everything
essentially informs people that I’m
and profess to be experts when the
interested and hear what it is they have
truth is that it is impossible to know
to say. There’s a difference between
everything therefore other peoples
hearing and actually listening. Don’t
knowledge tends to be broad but not
just sit there and nod your head, take in
very deep. However this works to
the information, ask questions part
your advantage as you are not
take in the conversation. The other
expressing an opinion rather asking
party will feel that you are paying
for theirs!
attention to what they have to say.
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Mental Health
people
brush
political arena. As part of a social
Listen to others Other
or
amazing stories to tell, advice to give,
Smile
and many other things to talk about. This is a very straightforward and
There are different types of people,
seemingly difficult tip. We don’t always
cultures, education levels, principle, class
recognize our nonverbal communication
structure etc. However they all have one
because
nonverbal
thing in common; the right to their own
giveaways are natural. More recently I
opinion. Not everyone will agree with
have recognized I will just sit there
your opinion and you may not agree with
with a resting face of total lifelessness
someone else's but that doesn't make you
and this can look unapproachable to
or them incorrect; it’s just a different
others.
feeling
viewpoint that’s all. If you can accept
dismayed or anything, that’s just what
that there are people with different
my face happens to be doing when it
ideologies that don't necessarily agree
rests. So relating back to the first tip,
plus confrontational people who want to
recognize this nonverbal because it
force their opinion on you then that is
makes all the difference
half the ‘confidence’ battle won. If
most
It’s
not
of
our
that
I’m
in how
approachable you are. Smiling is a very inviting facial expression that will cause people to want to speak to you.
you are comfortable with not having all the information to hand and being able to smile confidently and say
People enjoy positive vibes. You’d be surprised how much just smiling could
‘I don't have an opinion on that subject’
help you seem less socially awkward.
In Conclusion There are others around us with
this is the main key to not being socially awkward!
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KEEP MOTIVATED
“How to KEEP Motivated?”
your sense of self, your self-worth should also take in to account the unique qualities that make you you ! Certainly this is easier said than
The Importance of Self Worth Self-Worth vs. Self-Esteem, the two are often confused. Although, self-worth is often used as a synonym for “selfesteem,”. Self-worth is about who you are, not about what you do.
self-worth vs. self-esteem ourselves to others means to always be fighting a losing battle.
that out after a traumatic brain injury as you may have other things to deal with. The next piece of the article can be approached when the time is right for you!
How to Build Self-Worth The first step in building self-worth is to stop comparing yourself to others and evaluating your every move; in
“There is always someone richer, more attractive, or successful than we are.” A study found that people who based their self-worth on internal sources felt better about themselves.
other words, you need to challenge your inner voice. The critique in you is like a nasty coach in your head that constantly
nags
with
destructive
thoughts towards ourselves or others. This internalized dialogue of critical thoughts or “inner voices” undermines our sense of self-worth and even leads
Although real accomplishments are
to self-destructive behaviours, which
important to acknowledge as you build
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Mental Health
Searching for self-worth by comparing
done; specially when trying to figure
make us feel even worse about ourselves Adding meaning to your life, by taking However, we can challenge the inner critic and begin to see ourselves for who we really are. Accepting the way things
part in activities that you feel are important, is another great way to build self-worth.
are, our own feelings, thoughts, desires Helping others, for example, offers a huge and values is a critical step.
boost
A true sense of self-worth can also be fostered by practicing self-
is the
your
sense
of
self-worth.
Generosity is good for you, both physically and mentally, and studies now show that volunteering has a very positive affect on
compassion. Self-compassion
to
how people feel about themselves. practice
of People find meaning in many different
treating yourself with the same kindness ways; think about the activities and and compassion as you would treat a interests that feel meaningful to you friend.
There
are
three
steps
to personally and pursue those activities to build a more positive feeling of self-worth.
practicing self-compassion:
Contributing to a humanitarian cause or

Acknowledge
and
notice
your
suffering.

future
Be kind and caring in response to suffering.

the
generations,
helps
build
self-
esteem. Acting on principles, in ways that you
Remember that imperfection is part of
trying, in some way, to improve the lot of
human
experience
something we all share.
and
respect, is another important quality to foster as you develop a higher level of selfworth.
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“Make a concerted effort to
yourself to others, you can begin to get
maintain personal integrity in your a feeling for your own self-worth. By life by insisting that you do what you say�
pursuing
activities
that
are
meaningful to you and acting in line with your own personal beliefs, you
When our actions do not match our can develop your sense of yourself as a words, we are more vulnerable to worthwhile person in the world even attacks from our critical inner voice and further. less likely to respect ourselves.
As always, keep it simple, try and one change at a time and ensure that your
you be successful and reach your goals.
In Conclusion If you have suggestions on ho people By consistently challenging your critical inner voice and stopping comparing
can use strategies to become more independent please send them to:
PMA@HealthisYourWealthco.uk
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Mental Health
medication is helping not preventing
information
Mental Health help and support services
services.
With
support
and
understanding, Mind enables people to make informed
choices.
The
Infoline
gives
information on types of mental distress, where to get help, drug treatments, alternative
If you are experiencing mental health problems
therapies and advocacy. Mind also has a
or need urgent support, there are lots of places
network of nearly 200 local Mind associations
you can go to for help.
providing local services.
Samaritans
Saneline
Telephone: 116 123 (24 hours a day, free to
Telephone:
call)
Website:
0845
767
8000
(6pm-11pm)
www.sane.org.uk/what_we_do/
support/helpline
Email: jo@samaritans.org
Saneline is a national mental health helpline
Website: www.samaritans.org
providing information and support to people
Provides confidential, non-judgmental emotional
with mental health problems and those who
support for people experiencing feelings of
support them.
distress or despair, including those that could lead to suicide. You can phone, email, write a letter or in most cases talk to someone face to face.
ChildLine Telephone: 0800 1111 Email: http://www.childline.org.uk/Talk/Pages/
Mind Info line
Email.aspx
Telephone: 0300 123 3393 (9am-5pm Monday
Website: www.childline.org.uk
to Friday)
ChildLine is a private and confidential service for children and young people up to the age of
Email: info@mind.org.uk Web site: www.mind.org.uk/help/advice_lines Mind
provides
confidential
mental
health
nineteen.
You
can
contact
a
ChildLine
counsellor for free about anything - no problem is too big or small.
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Mental Health
THERAPY
BE AS GOOD AS YOU CAN BE
Exercise, “Maintenance for your body !�
a concise aid in enhancing one's physical health. As the name implies,
"sinew transforming exercise" is the method to train the tendons and
Yi jin Jing
muscles. Yi jin Jing has existed for According to legend, the Yijin Jing was said to be left behind by Bodhidharma after his
centuries and is widely used in hospitals for therapeutic purposes.
departure from the Shaolin Monastery, and
Purposes of Yi jin Jing
discovered within his grave (or hidden in the walls of the temple) years after he had died.
The basic purpose of Yi jin Jing is to turn flaccid and frail sinews and
The number of exercises can vary from 10 to 24, to 30. Today the most respected routine is that of Wang Zuyuan, composed of 12 exercises, and has been adopted by the Academies of Chinese Medicine in China.
tendons into strong and sturdy ones. The movements of Yi jin Jing are at once
vigorous
and
gentle.
Their
performance calls for a unity of will and strength, therefore using one's will to direct the exertion of muscular strength.
It
is
coordinated
The 12 Posture Moving Exercise kept to
breathing.
this day is something that Wang
tendons means better health and
Zuyuan
shape, more resistance, flexibility,
learned
at
the
Shaolin
Monastery on Mount Song. These 12
Better
and endurance.
Postures is found through practice to be
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muscles
with and
Therapy
The Forms
Postures influence the static and
see through a kind of peace. Yi jin Jing
nervous structure of the body
unifies in fact Yi (intention) with Li (strength),
Stretching muscles and sinews affects organs, joints, meridians and Qi
(yang)
with
muscular force (yin). The mind is free from thoughts, has a correct and welldisposed
Torsion affects metabolism and Jing
consciousness
attitude,
harmonious.
the
Internal
breathing and
is
external
movement must be coordinated, like
production
movement with relaxation. Externally
Breathing produces more and better
must be fortification; inside must be
refined Qi
purification; unifying matter and spirit.
Active working gives back balance
Movements
are
done
and strength to body and mind
sometimes
(brain, nervous system and spirit)
more recently a sitting version has
forward
and
been developed.
Already another known Qigong system, Baduanjin, in its more radical and
bending
standing,
Eyes are always open, never closed
Movements are slow but full and
strong forms was used in the past from schools of Xingyiquan and Tijiquan as
tensed, face and body shows relaxed
bodily preparation to fighting arts, in
attitude
order to make body strong and flexible. There is also something supple and
All directions of the upper body
flexible inside of Yi jin Jing. Movements
section (especially shoulders) are
are energetic and intense, but you can
active and moved
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Dynamic tension rules the moves
To date we have attended this class for two months and are yet to see any
All parts of the body work together
There are different ways of practicing the same Yijin Jing form, according to the basic rules, to the body shape, to the time of practice and to the general
measurable
benefits.
However
we
understand that this may take some time and therefore have taken videos of walking / berg balance assessment and will repeat this every year using the same weather conditions, walking
health conditions.
route, footwear etc. so perhaps over This therapy is a long term practice and five years we will see the success according to traditional formulas, we criteria outlined in the bullet points
and see how our balance is affected!
The first year of training gives back physical and mental vitality
The second year enhances blood circulation and nurtures meridians
The third year allows flexibility to muscles and nurtures the organs
The fourth year improves meridians and nurtures viscera
The fifth year washes the marrow and nurtures the brain
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Therapy
have that:
IMPROVING AWARENESS
Is
the
medical
treatment
consistent with accepted practice?
What Is Clinical Negligence?
The Claimant has to prove that the treatment was substandard and therefore “breach of duty” can be established.
Clinical negligence is used to describe failings
in
relation
to
treatment
provided in a medical setting for example in hospital or at your GP
you are being treated by the NHS or privately but the money used to pay compensation will come from different organisations.
If the patient had been treated properly, would it have made any difference? This is known as “causation”. The Claimant needs to show that, with proper care, they would not have been injured or their outcome would have been significantly better.
Why is it hard to bring a claim for clinical negligence?
Both breach and causation rely on medical experts to tell us if the treatment was negligent. A doctor is not negligent just because he or she
When a medical case is heard by a judge acts differently to another doctor. they have to be sure that the Claimant (the patient seeking compensation) has been treated negligently. This involves a 2 step approach:
Sometimes the doctor’s care has been appalling but the outcome would be the same. For example a GP who has delayed
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patient
to
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surgery. The same legal test is used if
hospital; even if the hospital doctors had If you think you have been treated diagnosed cancer a few months earlier it negligently, you should make sure you might not result in compensation if very contact
a
specialist
solicitor
as
little could have been done to treat the recommended in Legal 500 or Chambers, cancer. In other cases, even a slight which are independent legal guides. delay might have an enormous impact Below are some questions you might on recovery; for example a delay in want to ask: diagnosing a child with meningitis may result in compensation because hours
Society or AvMA clinical negligence
can be the difference between life and
panels?
death or serious injury.
What can I expect in a clinical
Who will handle my case day to day and how experienced are they?
negligence case? Every case is different but all usually
Do you have solicitors on the Law
How many cases like mine have you handled?
involve complex medical issues. You should contact a solicitor as soon as
How many cases do you run?
possible. There is a 3 year time limit but this can be longer in some cases. It is a good idea to make a note of everything
How will I pay for my case?
How long will my case take?
you remember. The NHS hospitals have a complaints procedure that you can
What information will you need to
follow and you can get your own medical
decide if I have a case?
records for a small fee.
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
If compensation is paid, how will this be calculated?
Contacting a solicitor can be scary but don’t be afraid to ask questions. Coping with medical negligence is stressful and upsetting so make sure you feel comfortable with your lawyer and can trust them.
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As a practical matter, is through the
Neuroscience and Brain Child Development
plasticity,
that
the
brain
alters
in
structure and operations, generating in this way, new knowledge and skills to child´s life. In the neuroplasticity, the
The
technological
advances
i n brain is able to modify your physical
neuroscience allowed the scientists to structure,
your
chemicals
research and develop studies about the function.
This
occurs
human brain, especially in the first six experiences
and
and
through
stimulus
that
your the are
years of child's development. This period responded by the child in your interaction is a phase of greater plasticity, which is with the environment. the ability that the brain has to change in each new experience or learning, through the numerous connections made between the neurons.
From the birth period, the child's brain is developed in a fast and effective way. This period marks the beginning of the neuropsychomotor development, with the learning of the movements of head, arms, hands, legs and feet. The child becomes able to touch and handle objects, as well as capable in developing speaking skills, through
the
interactions
with
the
environment. To the extent that the child interacts and http://photopin.com">photopin</a> <a href="https:// creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/2.0/">(license)</ a>
socializes,
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into
your
repertoire
of
acquisitions,
new
apprenticeships and achievements.
With 2 years of age, the child gained the ability to move freely with arms and legs, with a growing physical strength. The child is able to socialize with other children and differentiate varied objects, indicating toys and materials of your preference. This is a great
opportunity
to
stimulate
physical, manual and social skills,
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and the handling of small musical instruments.
The first steps brings to the child a
In this age, the child begins to develop
universe
first
self-control, and therefore a great
discoveries. The movement become an
opportunity for parents to teach what
instrument
and
is right and what is wrong, in a
socialization for young children that,
simple language, with examples of
with the right stimulus (according to the
what this child experience in your
age), has the opportunity to develop
day. Learn to deal with frustration
your coordination and physical skills.
and developing boundaries with clear
of
curiosities
of
and
interaction
When moving, the child learns about the world and about your necessities, being able to express in each new discovery, your own reactions and feelings.
explanations are important lessons in this stage of life, when the child learns to play in-group and get along with other children.
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with recreational activities in-group
The
three-year-old
brings
the with other children.
development of fine motor skills, which is the ability to use and control the small muscles of the body, such as hold on a pencil to draw, handle stories books, cut or tear a paper, wear or buttoning a shirt.
At
this
stage,
parents
can
stimulate the autonomy and self-care by encouraging the child to organize your personal
belongings,
and
develop
hygiene habits with the own body. The child's
language
gains
a
growth
intensified with the increasing of the vocabulary, and the acquisition of new
This
is
the
ideal
stage
for
the
apprenticeship of social skills such as empathy, cooperation, trust, solidarity and respect for others. At this stage, the child learns to make decisions and to make choices, such as understanding what foods are best for your health, the importance of respecting and obeying rules, how to develop self-control and manage your own emotions. The development of numerical skills and language abilities are more intensified
phrases. For
this
reason,
parents
should
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encourage the child to talk and interact with them and with other children. Activities such as listening and telling stories and singing songs help in the development of oral language. Between the four and six years old, the child demonstrates interest in plays of make-believe and recreational activities
during this period. The child is able to reason,
solve
quantities
problems,
and
understand
measures
develop
hypotheses and argue with examples.
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Play in groups or with rules are ideal for nature or through the relationships the development of social skills. Board with other children and adults. games, which children needs to count
Authored by Daniela Silva
the obstacles in order to reach the finish, are
effective
strategies
to
improve
AUTHOR BIO
mathematical competencies. As we can see, the child born with a great potential of development and
Daniela Silva is a Brazilian educator and independent
learning, especially during the first six
writer. She holds a BA in Pedagogy from Santa Cecilia University, Brazil, with concentrations in School Management and Business Education; an MBA in
that your brain has, resembling a
Personnel Management from Monte Serrat University
sponge, managing to apprehend a range
Center, Brazil; and a postgraduate certificate in Neuroeducation from Estรกcio de Sรก University, Brazil.
of information and knowledge.
Working with social projects in the area of e-learning
The key to a healthy child development is
in
the
importance
of
providing
and people development since 2009, Ms. Silva is a regular contributor to several educational websites, writing about teaching practices in the classroom;
stimulus and learning environments in
emotions and learning; evaluation and school planning;
order that the child can develop and
learning disorders; homeschooling, brain child
improve your physical, cognitive, social
development, parenting, Montessori education, andragogy and people training. Additionally, she
and affective skills. These skills are
develops courses and training manuals for teachers and
improved
students, and contributes as a mentor in an online
through
the
practice
and
reinforced by the experiences through
platform, answering questions about career plans, college decision, personal development and professional
which the child passes, as in day care,
skills. Working in collaboration with The New Heights
pre-school, at home, in the park, in the
Educational Group, Inc., she has just published Unraveling Reading, a book on literacy education and learning disabilities in reading and writing.
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years of life, because of the plasticity
HEADWAY DERBY Fundraiser For New Drop-in Service launch its first annual Black Tie at
the
Genting
Club
Riverlights in the city centre. The event was organised on a totally voluntary basis by local PR and marketing firm Black Hare Marketing, who had heard about the difficulties we had faced since our funding was cut by Derby City Council in 2016.
quickly and it was supported by lots of businesses
with
a
brain
tumour,
attended the event and gave a speech about his own experience of using our
had for him and many others in the Derby area. Richard said “Headway Derby has helped me in so many ways. Before I came to Headway Derby I didn’t know which way to turn, what to do and all the help love and support from my amazing wife, family and friends was wasted on me. Headway taught me and helped me with how to use it, and helped me make sense of my life and the
Tickets to the event sold out very
local
suffering
service and the life changing effect it has
Friday 3rd March saw Headway Derby
Fundraiser
is
and
people,
who
donated various items for the raffle and auction. All of the proceeds were donated to Headway Derby and £3000
support. I firmly believe because of Headway Derby I am a daddy again to my now 4 year old daughter, I have confidence in myself again. I am now volunteering for a charity. I have schedule in my life again.
was raised through ticket sales and events during the evening.
I cannot tell you how unbelievably fantastic that feels for someone who
Service member Richard Czekalskyj who
virtually had their “whole life ripped from
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them”. My wife, family and friends are on George Street, Derby for specialist also eternally grateful for how headway advice and information. So the money has helped me because I am me again. I that was raised really will have a honestly do not know what I would have direct impact on people’s lives. done without Headway Derby”
Organiser Chrissie Rowell has had so
This was such a successful evening many people ask when she’ll be thanks to the generosity of everyone arranging the next evening that she has already announced a second event
evening that some people already requested tickets for next year, if you would like to attend you can contact Chrissie at chrissie@blackhare.co.uk
who contributed and it was wonderful to see just how well supported the event If you would like more details on the was! We're still only able to open the new drop-in service, Headway Derby’s service 2 days a week at the moment other services or even how you can due to financial restrictions, so we’re support Headway Derby then please going to use all of the funds raised to g e t
i n
t o u c h
develop a new weekly drop-in service, paul.clarke@headwayderby.org where anyone affected by brain injury, including carers or family members, can
or on 01332 986350
call in to our centre at The Coach House
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a t
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for 2018! It was such an enjoyable
Has your life changed after?
a head injury or accident a stroke, tumour or brain haemorrhage an infection of the brain or any other brain injury Have you been told you’re not eligible for a personal budget? Then our preventative support service can help This six month programme will help you to understand and deal with issues caused by:
Stress Low motivation Being unorganised Isolation
Unhealthy lifestyles Financial problems Low self-esteem Frustration
You will be supported by our specialist tutors at our small centre in Derby, where you will attend one day or morning each week. Completing the programme will give you the skills and tools to help you cope better in everyday situations and manage your own condition. You will also be awarded a Certificate in Skills for Education and Further Learning. Places are limited and courses start in June and December 2017. Call our Service Manager Paul Clarke on 01332 986350 / 07516 109171 or email paul.clarke@headwayderby.org to discuss joining the programme
Improving life after brain injury
The Coach House, 14 George Street, Derby DE1 1EH
survivors, to come along and join in.
Headway Alyesbury Vale Music man Jon finds himself a hit during his weekly beat at Headway
has
made
Karen
Styles
explained: “We have a man who doesn’t use his left hand well due to the injury to his brain after a fall at his home, but thanks to the music
Headway
Aylesbury Vale part of his weekly beat. The one-to-one music get-togethers on Wednesdays have quickly become one of the most popular attractions at the
a lot more. We believe it is a case of his neural pathways sparking back to life as a result of using this hand to play the piano. “These sessions are proving hugely popular and have grown in the last two years. They really do benefit our clients and we are delighted with the
charity in Fairford Leys.
progress many have made through And there are strong indications that music. I hope more people will hear Jon’s work is making a big difference, about them and come to Headway to and is helping to improve the condition benefit from what Jon is offering.” of some survivors, who suffer from Acquired Brain Injury (ABI).
Jon,
33,
from
Aylesbury
who
graduated with an MA in music Now the charity is urging other people, therapy from the University of West especially
younger
brain
injury England, brings along a keyboard,
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sessions with music therapist Jon who
Manager
therapy, he is now beginning to use it
Brain injury survivors are flocking to
Dainty
Headway
synthesiser,
guitar,
xylophone
and “I am here for them and with them with
various percussion instruments.
whatever they want to bring in to the sessions,” he added. Jon’s work was praised by the wife of the brain injury survivor whose hand has improved as a result of the therapy. She said: “These sessions have made a really big difference. His left hand has improved as a result of him playing the piano and coming here. “He loves it here and is a different
He said: “The sessions allow people to
person when he comes to Headway.”
come in and express themselves and ABI can be caused by an illness or an who they are through music in a accident, and can devastate the life of a personal way to them. You don’t need to previously be a musician to benefit from them – you currently just need to enjoy music.” The music can range from Mozart to Little Mix. Jon allows the client to dictate what they want to do, and this could include playing an instrument, singing or composing a poem to music.
healthy opens
person.
two
Headway
days
a
week,
Mondays and Wednesdays, behind the Co -Op
in
Wedgewood
Street,
therapy,
information
and
offering
meaningful
social activities. The charity also offers art and photography sessions. Headway is encouraging more people to
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come along to join in the sessions, and is especially appealing to younger brain injury survivors who previously may not
If you are not local you can find your nearest Headway group or branch,
have realised the charity's services were suitable for them. To find out more, contact Karen on:
01296 415469 or
or contact the free phone helpline on
email: info.headwayav@gmail.com.
0808 800 2244
For more information, go to
E-mail: helpline@headway.org.uk
www.headwayaylesburyvale.org
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visit www.headway.org.uk
speakers and topics of interest to put the
DERBY HOSPITAL ANNUAL STUDY DAY Review of Annual study day hosted by the Nottingham and Derby Head Injury Teams.
days together and an eclectic programme resulted.
“A Very Personal Journey” The record number of attendees was able to hear Stewart Hill of Gareth Malone’s Invictus Choir fame relate a very personal journey of his brain injury and what elements helped him emerge out the other
Headley Court and the Nottingham team played their part but also the arts; singing, poetry and painting really was the driver to help Stewart feel like he was coming to This year’s study day was held with a bit of a cloud hanging over the two teams as potentially both will over the next couple of years be asked to deliver their services in new ways. Inevitably that is to do with finances and resources and will be a challenge for both teams. It is still unclear what these services will look like but hopefully they will both be around to deliver a service as there is a lot of experience contained in the teams. The teams draw on their knowledge of
terms with his injury and being able to begin to feel like he was finally moving beyond it. Stewart shared some pertinent pieces of poetry and art work as well as ‘painting a very vivid picture’ (excuse the pun!) of what independence means to him. I only wished we had arranged to video this talk as I have rarely heard someone so engaging and inspiring. Well done Stewart. To view more Stewart’s artwork visit:
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side. Formal rehabilitation from both
www.stewarthill.co.uk
plenty of gadgets for us to look at; the virtual reality gear certainly engaged the vestibular
The day followed with the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;professional speakersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; all of whom delivered engaging and informative pieces. There was a midlands bias inevitably but it was fascinating to look at how a trauma centre had evolved and particularly
therapists in the room. The Brain in hand project that both teams are assisting with were happy to explain their technology and we hope to have them speak at one of our days when the project is complete.
shocking to see how the referral rate had virtually doubled in five years.
I would finally like to thank David and his Wife Sharon from Health is your wealth e magazine
The work study was done from the University of Nottingham and clearly a complex study had evolved following results of how people
for attending and showing everyone what the magazine has grown to become, I know people were incredibly impressed.
returned to work after injury and what interventions they received. The results did not give definitive answers but did highlight how
My thanks to all the speakers and stands that helped us put on such a well-received day.
a study could go further in the future. We hope to have another study day next Driving after brain injury is always a
February; I have some ideas for topics but am
fascinating topic and Dr Hawley described
always happy to receive suggestions!
some of the studies she had been involved with and some of features they highlighted.
Gerry White, Derby Head Injury Team
During the day there was plenty of networking going on and the stands had an emphasis on use of technology. Alex from Biosense had
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RELATIONSHIPS
was clumsy before my accident which
Un-coordinated or Clumsy? I have not even left the house and its
probably doesn't help layering all the other medical pieces on top.
“So what do we do about it?”
been complete carnage. In two weeks in
The trick is to do things one at a time and
a twenty metre radius I have managed
slowly. Overtime as healing occurs you
to fall over twice, hit my head on the
naturally speed up and become more co-
barbeque, smash my elbow on the coffee
ordinated so the temptation is to start to
table (when I fell), cut my hand whilst
multitask. This is where I went wrong
putting cardboard in the recycling, hurt
and the result is an awful few weeks
my foot when I accidently closed the
which makes you more prone to accidents
bathroom door on it (in the middle of the
and everything takes twice as long
night waking everyone up) and closed
because you have to spend time ‘cleaning
the car door on my finger.
up’.
“This is me being careful!”
Its well worth avoiding the scenarios I have just outlined as a second injury is
I am all to aware of the emotional strain this has on my family plus a second injury to my head is only going to make
common and just as devastating as the first but this time you will only have yourself to blame.
thing worse. A combination of weakness, ataxia (uncoordinated muscle groups)
”slow
down,
rest
and brain injury (a slowed reaction
fatigued and try not to multitask”.
time) plus fatigue increases these accidents. However my wife say that I
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when
your
awareness to the public in areas of recovery, prevention, and experience.
“TBI ONE LOVE”
TBI One Love was established by James B Durham III and his family in 2015.
In Sept 2011 James “jimmy
jam” suffered a near fatal motorcycle accident and Severe Traumatic Brain Injury in San Antonio, Texas.
His
Miraculous recovery, positive outlook, determination, and desire to help
TBI One Love is an organization created by Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor James Durham to provide information, support, communication, interaction, networking
and
connection
to
individuals interested Brain Injury. TBI One Love serves to provide a positive
forum
for
survivors
and
caregivers bringing hope, inspiration, and education to those touched by
Prior to his injury, most things were
Traumatic and other Brain Injuries,
signed “One Love” by James. The
while also increasing education and
outpouring
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prayers on his and his family’s behalf
on my mind, Literally,” James Durham.
could only be described as “One Love”,
TBI One Love was created.
God’s Love, Grace, and the Miracles witnessed during the recovery and today, the greatest love of all – “One Love” together in this journey. Love”
continues to
“One
represent this
incredible journey and purpose for James, his family, and TBI One Love. “If you love the life you live, your life will love you right back,” James Durham.
Today, TBI One Love hosts over 200 Inspirational
Brain
Injury
Survivor
stories from over 10 countries. Through Social Media, as a motivational speaker, hosting
a
radio
show
on
braininjuryradio.com and the website tbionelove.org,
James
continues
to
connect survivors and caregivers, bring inspiration and hope to others, raise awareness of brain injury and the power of positivity. In 2017 during March Brain Injury Awareness
The heart brain logo of TBI One Love is actually taken from a CT scan of James’ own head a few years after the accident and as TBI One Love was beginning to
Month,
TBI
One
Love
partnered with Nutcase Helmets and eight select survivors in a “Share the Love” campaign spreading awareness and prevention on a greater scale than before.
form. The perfectly visible heart shown
Supporting and initiating a multi-state
was not present in any of the previous
campaign
scans during James’ recovery. “Love was
designation of TBI or cognitive
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voluntarily
Facebook Twitter and Instagram. To follow or join the “Share the Love” campaign, please visit Share the Love TBI One Love on Facebook.
disabilities on identification is another
“Today is a gift, that’s why it’s
focus of TBI One Love for 2017. James
called the Present, we should
and TBI One Love continue to view TBI
always bring HOPE: Help Out
differently as “This Beautiful Injury”,
use the gift of life given. More about TBI One Love and other survivors including James,
can
be
found
on
www.tbionelove.com, TBI One Love on
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through a new purpose to give back and
People Everywhere.”
understanding saying
“Living With a Brain Injury”
are
survivors
what
others
common face
after
are
problems injury.
Communication problems can make relating
Forming NEW and Maintaining
other
explaining
EXISTING Relationships One of the most difficult changes for
to
your
people
and
thoughts
and
feelings very difficult.
Many survivors feel self-conscious
most families living with a neurological
after their injuries. They may worry
condition is the impact on the ability to
about being different or less capable
Form NEW and maintain EXISTING
than other people. Self-consciousness
relationships.
can make it harder to spend time
There are many success criteria to
with other people or seek out new
achieving this but some of the main
relationships.
barriers are:
I can't relate to other people. It's
irritable after their injuries. When
easier to be by myself.
irritated, they may say or do things
After
injury,
many
they regret later on.
survivors
describe feeling lonely — even when
Family and friends may also avoid
they are surrounded by other
you if they are worried about what
people. This loneliness may arise
you might say or do.
for many different reasons.
Many survivors notice they are more
Difficulty talking to other people or
Fatigue and low energy are common problems
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brain
injury.
Survivors may not have the energy
sports,
to do things they used to enjoy or to
activities. You may lose contact
spend time with friends and family.
with
Family and friends may also worry
because you don't see them as
about tiring you out when they
much.
invite you to do something.
friends
and
and
other
co-workers
Friends and family may feel
Pain and other physical problems
uncomfortable because they don't
often make it harder for survivors
know what to say, how to act, or
to do things they used to enjoy. You
how to help. Discomfort may
may also have trouble leaving the
make it harder for them to relate
house, travelling, or visiting other
to you or spend time with you.
people. Injury-related limitations
Help them out by letting them
make it harder to nurture and
know about your positive and
build relationships.
negative feelings and what they
Many survivors are not able to
can do to help you.
drive or work after their injury.
Issue one 2017 of Health is Your
Lack of transportation and money
Wealth
may make it hard to visit others or
loneliness and things you can do to
do things you enjoy.
overcome the common traps that are
People generally make friends
magazine
talks
about
so easy to fall into.
through work or being involved in
You can purchase back issues in
social or recreational activities.
either digital or print form from our
After injury, survivors often stop
website:
working and may not be involved in
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church,
Book Review THE SHACK Mack's son. Mack is able to save his son by rushing to the water and freeing him from
the
canoe's
unintentionally
webbing,
leaves
his
but
youngest
daughter Missy alone at their campsite. After Mack returns, he sees that Missy is The Shack "is a metaphor for the places you get stuck, you get hurt, you get damaged...the thing where shame or
missing. The police are called, and the family discovers that Missy has been abducted and murdered by a serial killer known as the "Little Ladykiller". The
hurt is centered."
police find an abandoned shack in the The novel is set in the American
woods where Missy was taken. Her
Northwest. The main character is
bloodied clothing is found, but her body is
Mackenzie Allen Phillips, a father of
not located. Mack's life sinks into what he
five, called "Mack" by his family and
calls "The Great Sadness".
friends. Four years prior to the main events of the story, Mack takes three of his children on a camping trip to Wallowa Lake near Joseph, Oregon, stopping at Multnomah Falls on the
We give this book a ★★★★ rating This book is available as an audio book so for people who have visual issues this is a perfect way to enjoy this title.
way. Two of his children are playing in a canoe when it flips and almost drowns
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Movie Review Fathers and Daughters The plot concerns a Pulitzer Prizewinning novelist grapples with being a widower following a car accident and shows how the father copes after a mental breakdown showing the effect on the family. Meanwhile, twenty-five years later, his grown daughter struggles to forge connections of her own. Fathers and Daughters is a 2015
We give this film a ★★★ rating.
American-Italian drama film directed by Gabriele Muccino and starring Russell Crowe, Amanda Seyfried, and Kylie Rogers. It is based on a 2012
This film is rated 15 and does contain some sexual and violence scenes which may be unsuitable for younger audiences
script which was included in the 2012 Black List survey. The film received mostly negative reviews from critics however we think its worth a watch as it bravely tackles the unpopular topic of mental illness head on.
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