Managing Fears and Worries
Welcome to the Falls of Fear and Worry. By making your way here, you’ve already taken a huge step in managing your fear and worry! While at these falls, you will learn about: Common worries and fears experienced by survivors Common worries and fears experienced by survivors How your thinking influences your worry and fear […]
The Falls of Fear and Worry
“Do not anticipate trouble, or worry about what may never happen. Keep in the sunlight.” Benjamin Franklin
Working with the School
In this session you will learn about: What type of help is available at school How families and teens can access the help using PLAN Prepare Listen Advocate Negotiate How teens can advocate for themselves
Just for Siblings
In this session, you will learn about: Common thoughts and feelings siblings may have after a TBI Tips for helping siblings cope and manage feelings
TBI and Seizures
In this session you will learn about: What seizures and epilepsy are Who is likely to start having seizures Ways to deal with having seizures
Memory Strategies
In this session, you will learn about: In Session 4, you learned about cognitive problems that sometimes occur after a brain injury and some ways to help overcome these. Some teens who have had brain injuries find that it is more difficult to remember things after their injury, or that they have to work harder […]
Sleep
In this session, you will learn about: Sleep changes in teens in general. Possible effects of brain injury on sleep patterns. Information and strategies to help you address specific sleep concerns and develop healthy sleep habits.
After High School
In this session, you will learn four steps to help plan for after high school: Know Your Rights Consider All Options Make a Plan Find an Advocate In order to find the situation or services that will best help you, it is important to learn what is out there. This session will provide information on […]
For Parents: Family Coping
In this session, you will learn about: Typical reactions of siblings to TBI Developmental considerations Warning signs Tips for helping children cope
Pain Management
In this session, you will learn about: Headaches Skills to help manage your pain The relationship between mood and pain
Guilt, Grief & Caregiving
In this session, you will learn about: Common emotions experienced by caregivers after a brain injury Skills for managing caregiver stress
Marital Communication
In this session, you will learn about: Common Relationship Stresses Communication Skills Steps for Improving Communication
Talking with Your Teen
In this session, you will learn about: Tips for positive communication and managing conflict Tips on what to avoid Empathic responding
10: Moving Forward & Planning for the Future
In this session you will: Review key points from previous sessions. Consider ways to ask for and offer help. Revisit the goals you set up at the beginning of the intervention and identify where you are in relation to these goals now. Bringing It All Together Staying Positive Problem Solving Staying Organized & In Control […]
9: Taking Care of You
In this session you will learn about: The importance of good self-care. The importance of sleep and ways to promote good sleep. The importance of having an exercise routine. Ways to eat healthily and the importance of drinking plenty of water. The impact of stress and ways to handle stress.
8: Social Behavior & Problem Solving
In session 8, you will learn about: Ways to avoid problems in social situations. How to ask questions that will help you solve problems: Ways to join a group How to navigate romantic relationships. Important tips for online communication. Many of the skills you’ve learned so far will be helpful as you think about ways […]
7: Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
In session 7, you will learn about: Communication and how to say what you mean The importance of being a good active listener Ways to improve your speaking Other communication mistakes that make talking and understanding each other difficult Nonverbal cues – using body language and facial expressions to communicate The importance of personal space and being aware […]
6: Controlling Your Anger
In this session, you will learn about: How some teens after TBI find it difficult to control their anger The six steps for controlling anger, using the acronym STARRS: Stop Think Accept Relax Reframe Solve How to use the ABCDE’s of problem solving to help you solve problems that may make you angry You will also learn how […]
5: Staying In Control
In this session, you will learn about: How teens often have trouble controlling their emotions and behavior after a brain injury Consequences of behavior Ways to stay in control, including: Planning for Success Making Tasks Meaningful, Interesting, and Doable Giving Choice and Control Creating Positive Behavioral Momentum Getting S*M*A*R*T
4: Getting Organized
In this session, you will learn about: Some possible effects of brain injury The importance of staying organized to help you get things done and reduce problems at school and work Strategies to help improve attention and memory, like setting up a quiet study area and breaking down assignments into smaller steps