A brief summary of current research.
Emotional distress and awareness following acquired brain injury: an exploratory analysis
McBrinn J, Colin Wilson F, Caldwell S, Carton S, Delargy M, McCann J, Walsh J, McGuire B. Brain Inj. 2008 Sep;22(10):765-72.
Researchers found people with a brain injury experience a lack of insight into their difficulties, which might protect them from depression and anxiety — even long after their injury. It is important to understand a person’s level of awareness so that if he or she receives rehabilitation, the proper support can be provided.
Posted on BrainLine May 20, 2009.