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Assessment tools used to determine one’s level of consciousness after severe brain injury
What Part of the Brain Is Damaged in a Person with a Disorder of Consciousness?
Showing what part of the brain is damaged in a person with a disorder of consciousness
What Types of Treatments Can Facilitate Recovery in People with Disorders of Consciousness?
Treatments for disorders of consciousness like coma and unresponsive wakefulness syndrome/vegetative state
Will My Loved One Regain Consciousness and What Should I Expect for My Loved One’s Recovery?
Information about regaining consciousness after a DoC like coma or unresponsive wakefulness syndrome/vegetative state
What Is Caregiver Fatigue and Burnout?
Burnout, fatigue, and exhaustion experienced while caregiving for a loved one with a severe brain injury
What Are Disorders of Consciousness?
The term “disorder of consciousness” (DoC) describes a group of conditions that involve difficulty with awareness that includes coma, unresponsive wakefulness syndrome/vegetative state, and minimal conscious state.