How do you define RECOVERY?
I am an 18-year survivor from a severe TBI that left me in a coma for four weeks. As I reflect on my experience with TBI and my rehab experiences, I have always tried to ‘grade’ my recovery. When I attempt to do this, I ask the following: To whom should I use for a proper comparison? Should I look at other survivors and compare my injury, comatose status, physical deficits, cognitive abilities, etc.? (READ ENTIRE ARTICLE)