Couples that include a partner with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may someday have access to a faster, more efficient therapy that treats the disorder and simultaneously improves their relationships, according to research. The pilot study offered a condensed version of cognitive-behavioral conjoint therapy for PTSD.

Two retired players have accused the N.F.L. of “explicitly and deliberately” discriminating against hundreds if not thousands of Black players who filed dementia-related claims in the landmark concussion settlement reached in 2013, making it harder for them to qualify for payouts worth as much as $3 million.

Two veterans are walking across the country to spread awareness about post-traumatic stress disorder with first responders. Before talking to Huntsville Police, Steven Meyers and Carl Curtis spoke with veterans at the American Legion. They want local law enforcement to understand the importance of confiding in their peers when opening up about suffering from PTSD. 

Research from a UO program that examines brain injury recovery is about to get in front of more people who need it most. The Center on Brain Injury Research and Training recently launched “In the Classroom After Concussions: Best Practices for Student Success,” an online course aimed at educators that encapsulates key components of the center’s work that is most relevant to teachers and others who work with children and young adults.

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can occur at any time and can have a profound impact on the lives of those affected. While protected by the skull, the human brain is highly susceptible to physical trauma. In some cases, a severe injury can lead to changes in the affected person’s behavior and relationships. A decrease in empathy is one of the most difficult issues to understand for the friends and family members of the affected person. Fortunately, there are things that can be done to regain empathy.

In the first days following a severe concussion, it is common to experience headaches, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, an increased need for sleep or difficulty sleeping. Lingering symptoms can be especially detrimental to sleep, according to a new study published in the Journal of Neurotrama. "Sleep problems are often associated with issues like poor memory, concentration difficulties, depression and anxiety. Treating sleep problems as early possible as after a concussion may help slow down or prevent the development of such problems," says researcher Berg Saksvik.

The Game of Thrones actor emerged stronger after two brain aneurysms. Her charity, SameYou, reflects that strength—and her commitment to people with brain injury.

The COVID-19 pandemic has motivated many people with neurologic conditions to guard their health more aggressively.

Mark Long says Cracked Armour aims to prompt conversations about mental health among first responders

When Jordan Emerson was 13, she was a member of the Whiz Kidz race team. They raced 4-cylinder compact cars on a small NASCAR racetrack in Scarborough, Maine.

During a race in 2007, Emerson’s car spun off the track and slammed into the outside wall. The result was a TBI, a coma, and a change in personality.