Coping with traumatic brain injury: Representative case studies

Objective: The primary purpose of this article is to review certain neuropsychiatric sequelae of stroke and traumatic brain injury (TBI), and the role of the psychostimulants methylphenidate (MPD) and dextroamphetamine (DAMP) in their treatment. Method: A general review of the topic is presented. Controlled and uncontrolled studies involving the use of the psychostimulants are discussed. These consist of 11 studies listed with Medline 2000 that deal specifically with stroke or head injury, with the oldest study reviewed dating back to 1984. Studies concerning the use of psychostimulants in the medically or neurologically ill are reviewed to the extent that they are pertinent. Results: The current literature consists primarily of uncontrolled case studies. However, these are reviewed and found to suggest a role for the use of the psychostimulants, which is discussed. Conclusions: In general, these drugs appear to be a reasonable treatment choice for certain types of mood, behavior, and cognitive symptoms following brain injury. However, it is noted that larger scale controlled studies are needed to adequately assess the clinical usefulness of these drugs.

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Implementing Prolonged Exposure for Veterans With Comorbid PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury: Two Case Studies

Cognitive and Behavioral Practice ◽

10.1016/j.cbpra.2015.03.003 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 23 (2) ◽

pp. 148-161 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Thad Q. Strom ◽

Gregory K. Wolf ◽

Eric Crawford ◽

Melanie Blahnik ◽

Tracy Kretzmer

Keyword(s):

Traumatic Brain Injury ◽

Brain Injury ◽

Case Studies ◽

Prolonged Exposure

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Understanding Cognitive Communication Needs in Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury: Issues Identified at the 2020 International Cognitive-Communication Disorders Conference

American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology ◽

10.1044/2020_ajslp-20-00077 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-10

Author(s):

Angela Ciccia ◽

Jennifer P. Lundine ◽

Katy H. O'Brien ◽

Jessica Salley ◽

Sarah Krusen ◽

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Keyword(s):

Traumatic Brain Injury ◽

Brain Injury ◽

Case Studies ◽

Service Provision ◽

Communication Disorders ◽

Interdisciplinary Teams ◽

Speech Language Pathology ◽

Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury ◽

Language Pathology ◽

Communication Needs

Purpose In early 2020, the second International Cognitive-Communication Disorders Conference was held to provide an opportunity for researchers and clinician-scientists to discuss the most recent advances and pressing issues in the care of individuals with cognitive-communication disorders (CCDs). Presentations and discussions resulted in the identification of four areas in need of attention: (a) terminology, (b) training, (c) interdisciplinary teams, and (d) pediatrics. We will explore the four themes identified at ICCDC, specifically expanding on how terminology, training, and teams intersect in pediatric traumatic brain injury care. Additionally, we will provide two case studies to highlight the integration of these themes and suggest ways to advance clinical service provision across medical and educational settings for persons with CCDs through the lens of pediatrics. Conclusion While speech-language pathology has come a long way since the original discussion of CCD over 30 years ago, clinicians and researchers have ongoing opportunities to help advance the ways in which speech-language pathologists offer support to persons, specifically children, with CCDs and to continue to advance the profession.

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