Surviving the Emotional Effects of Sexual Trauma
Every year in the United States, an estimated 470,000 women are sexually assaulted. Sadly, that number is rising and likely even higher as assaults often go unreported and uncounted.
Brain Waves
Margaret Barr is an Inspiration to All
It’s said that everybody’s story is unique; in Margaret’s case, that is especially true.
When Nikki Matthew’s Long COVID Fatigue Met Yoga
The physical is only one part; I actually made meditation and relaxation my number one priority…This helps reduce my angst wondering, ‘Is this my new normal and will I always be sick?’ — Nikki
Michelle McKay is One Stubborn Survivor
The first thing you need to know about Michelle McKay is that she’s stubborn. She’s working on it, but truth be told, it’s what defines her.
Exploring Caregiver Fatigue: An Insider Perspective
In the brain injury community, the term “caregiver” can be complex. As unpaid family and friend caregivers, we can be the key to a survivor’s recovery and wellbeing.
Growth, Renewal, Passion: A Stroke Survivor’s Transformative Artistic Experience
Amanda’s desire to connect with others led her to the Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona, in particular their Art of Healing – acrylic pour class.
Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona Providing Critical Support for Survivors of Long-COVID
It is estimated that somewhere between 10-35% of those who have had COVID-19 fall into a category known as Long-COVID survivors. Long-COVID survivors may fall into gaps in health care and community services, which can be disheartening at best, and life-threatening at worst.
Survivors of Interpersonal Violence Often Suffer Undiagnosed Brain Injuries
Brain injury is a staggeringly common result of interpersonal violence that happens during assaults, human trafficking and domestic violence.
Lessons Learned From the Edge of Life: Part 3
This is the third and final of a three-part series about Bob Millsap’s personal experience surviving COVID-19, beating the odds, and his ongoing road to recovery.
Lessons Learned From the Edge of Life: Part 2
This is the second in a three-part series about Bob Millsap’s personal experience surviving COVID-19, beating the odds, and his ongoing road to recovery. Tune in next week for Part III.