Categories: CDC Injury Center, Traumatic Brain Injury
March 26th, 2013 4:53 pm ET -
Recovery from traumatic brain injury (TBI) doesn’t follow the same course for everyone. Doctors, nurses, physical or occupational therapists, and counselors are a few of the providers that may be available to help patients recover after their TBI. Even so, depending on the severity of their injury, TBI survivors—along with their caregivers and loved ones—may need to learn how to live with permanent effects of TBI.
TBI survivors, and their families and friends, have compelling stories to tell about how TBI has affected all of their lives.
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Categories: CDC Injury Center, Violence Prevention
March 19th, 2013 3:53 pm ET -
Abuse, neglect, and other traumatic experiences in childhood can shorten lives by 20 years and cost society almost $84 billion in lost productivity.
We call these Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and this infographic tells you the story of the dramatic links between ACEs, risky behavior and psychological issues. Safe, stable and nurturing relationships help prevent ACEs and ensure that children are able to live their lives to their fullest potential.
View the entire, interactive graphic on VetoViolence.org.
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