Traumatic brain injury (TBI) disrupts the brain’s normal function due to a sudden external force, often caused by accidents, falls, sports injuries, or assaults. Depending on the severity, TBI can range from a mild concussion to long-term impairment or coma. One of the most profound yet often overlooked consequences of TBI is its impact on speech and communication.

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Concussion And Communication

There is a broad range of communication impairments that can occur as a result of a concussion which may last long-term such as with Post-Concussion Syndrome. Challenges with cognitive skills such as attention, memory, organization, reasoning and executive function all impact your communication.