Ask The Expert

BrainLine’s Ask the Expert series features new questions and answers each month about traumatic brain injury. Check back often to read what our experts have to say. Our team has expertise in the full range of TBI issues, from neuropsychology to legal support for families.

Challenges with Acts of Daily Living After a Brain Injury

Jacqueline Borg, PhD | Child Psychologist

Problems with acts of daily living like dressing or washing can vary greatly and sometimes professional help is necessary.

Starting or Nourishing Romantic Relationships After TBI

Emilie Godwin, PhD | Marriage and Family Therapist

Every relationship has its ups and downs, but when a partner or spouse sustains a brain injury, other problems can arise, too.

Understanding Your Child’s Behavior After a Severe Brain Injury

Jeanne Dise-Lewis, PhD | Child Clinical Psychologist

Like all children, as those with severe TBI move from childhood to adolescence to adulthood, their needs and wants change. Behavior problems can serve the function of drawing attention to a changing need.

Why Am I Having Seizures Seven Years Post-Brain Injury?

Brian D. Greenwald, MD | Doctor of Physical and Rehablitation Medicine

Five to 10 percent of people who have had a TBI later experience seizures. Learn what the risk factors are.

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