Abstract

Miller MA, Burnett DM, McElligott JM. Congenital and acquired brain injury. 3. Rehabilitation interventions: cognitive, behavioral, and community reentry. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2003;84 Suppl 1:S12-7. This self-directed learning module highlights the cognitive and psychosocial adjustment aspects of brain injury. It is part of the chapter on congenital and acquired brain injury in the Self-Directed Physiatric Education Program for practitioners and trainees in physical medicine and rehabilitation. This article focuses specifically on evaluation and treatment of mood and behavioral impairments after brain injury, treatment of cognitive impairments, efficacy of cognitive rehabilitation, psychosocial impact of a traumatic brain injury on families, and resources available for community reintegration. Overall Article Objective: To summarize the psychosocial and cognitive impact of brain injury in children and adults.

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