[1 of 6] "You Look Great!" : Inside a TBI

My neuropsychologist said he has seen significant improvement for people with TBI even 20 years after the injury!

That's incredibly good to hear. I hadn't heard that many years before. I had a very unpleasant experience with a noted specialist who told an insurer that after 2 1/2 years with no improvement (and no other meds to try out on me) that it was likely that less 1% of my sequelae were due to a brain injury, and probably just apnea and depression. Just bcz doctors sometimes throw up their hands (in ignorance) doesn't mean we should. Thanks for sharing that.

I suffered a "mild to moderate"TBi in January 2005 when I was hit in the back of the head by an exhibit door at the museum where I worked. Your story explains the realities of TBI very well. I am finally back to work. I have lost a few things along the way, but God is faithful and I have a very supportive family. The videos are great!

That is terrific news! Glad you're doing so much better. A friend told me he experienced the most healing between years 3 and 5, so that's another reason for hope. God is indeed faithful, and you are blessed -- as am I -- to have a supportive family.
All the best to you,
John.

The series is wonderful, John. Well conceived and produced. Thanks for bringing this out to the world. And best wishes for you and your family.
Mike M., The Competency Guy

Thanks Mike, I appreciate your encouragement.

Thanks so much for putting this together. You have told my story as you tell yours. My injury happened around the same time. So hard for others to get inside our head. "How are you?" that was always a hard one. I would look to my husband for that answer cause I couldn't figure out how to put those pieces together. Gotta love the jigsaw puzzles. And for me it was coloring as well. Can't wait for the last 2 parts.

Thanks for your note. I'm hoping Parts 5 and 6 will be finished in mid-November. I hope you're well on your way to recovery, and if not, that you're finding ways to get through each day with courage and joy.

Congratulations John!! You and your son have done an amazing job on this. I hope it has been a fun project also. It is sure to help many survivors and family members, and provide insights for healthcare professionals. Congratulations again. Laura

Thanks Laura. I agree on all counts!