BRAIN INJURY CONNECTOR
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Because every brain is different, every brain injury is different, and every brain injury recovery is different, most individuals and families dealing with brain injuries have many more questions than answers. Join Bryan Pugh, Executive Director of the Brain Injury Association of Maryland, as he searches for answers by interviewing individuals with brain injuries, family members, healthcare providers, policy makers and other members of the brain injury community. Each episode contains powerful information to help you learn more about brain injury, discover new treatments and solutions, and meet inspirational people making meaningful impacts on their community by changing the world.
As part of BIAMD's interest in serving Maryland's Brain Injury Community, we are continuing with the "Check-In Chats".
We would like to "check in" with anyone looking to share their experiences and challenges with either an individual or in a social group setting.
There are many ways open to us, and, if you are interested, we would like to hear from you about your needs and how we can help you feel more connected.
To register for a Check-In-Chat please click here
For other On-Line Support Groups click here
We would like to "check in" with anyone looking to share their experiences and challenges with either an individual or in a social group setting.
There are many ways open to us, and, if you are interested, we would like to hear from you about your needs and how we can help you feel more connected.
To register for a Check-In-Chat please click here
For other On-Line Support Groups click here
If you Live in a Rural Area and Use Personal Assistance Services:
Tell Researchers What You Think!
Researchers from the University of Montana are conducting a study on rural personal assistance services. They are looking for people to be interviewed over the phone or via video chat.
People who live in any rural area, in any state, who use these services are welcome to participate. You may be compensated for your time.
Researchers want to learn about your disability, the types of personal assistance services you receive, what your workers are like, how you train them, and about your general community and health experiences.
Contact Rayna Sage to learn more or sign up! Email: ruralPAS@mso.umt.edu 406-243-5233
People who live in any rural area, in any state, who use these services are welcome to participate. You may be compensated for your time.
Researchers want to learn about your disability, the types of personal assistance services you receive, what your workers are like, how you train them, and about your general community and health experiences.
Contact Rayna Sage to learn more or sign up! Email: ruralPAS@mso.umt.edu 406-243-5233
Kessler Foundation Solicits Participants for a Telehealth Study
Are you a spouse or partner of a person with a traumatic brain injury (TBI)? Researchers at Kessler Foundation are conducting a telehealth study comparing the effectiveness of two different types of group wellness interventions for partner caregivers of individuals with TBI. This study is open to men and women at least 18 years of age who meet the following criteria:
The study will take 20 weeks to complete. All participation will take place through a secure online website and live video conferencing - no in-person visits are required! Participation will include:
There will be no contact required between weeks 8-20. Participants will be compensated $300 for completion of the study. If interested in participating, please contact Samantha Schmidt at sschmidt@kesslerfoundation or at 973-323-3686.
- Are in an intimate relationship with a person with TBI for at least one year prior to their injury.
- Your partner was discharged from inpatient rehabilitation at least 3 months ago.
- You provide care to your partner on a daily basis.
- You have access to the internet in a private location.
The study will take 20 weeks to complete. All participation will take place through a secure online website and live video conferencing - no in-person visits are required! Participation will include:
- Completing questionnaires during week one (1-2 hours).
- Attending one 75-minute online wellness class per week for a total of six weeks.
- Completing follow-up questionnaires during week 8 (1-2 hours)
- Completing follow-up questionnaires during week 20 (1-2 hours).
There will be no contact required between weeks 8-20. Participants will be compensated $300 for completion of the study. If interested in participating, please contact Samantha Schmidt at sschmidt@kesslerfoundation or at 973-323-3686.
Brain Injury Association of
Maryland
Membership
By becoming a member of our organization, we will provide you opportunities to engage your community and make a personal impact by addressing the numerous issues facing brain injury survivors, their caregivers, and the professionals who work with them. We will utilize your personal and professional skills to help raise community awareness about brain injury prevention, treatment, and long-term management.
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We will also provide you opportunity to meet with like-minded individuals around the state for networking, fellowship, and support. By choosing BIAMD, you have chosen to work alongside survivors, caregivers, family, friends and professionals, all striving to make things happen and improve the lives of Maryland’s brain injury community.
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ARE YOU SUFFERING FROM INSOMNIA WITH TBI?
For information regarding a new study investigating a non-drug therapy program that you can receive from your computer or smartphone click HERE.
For information regarding a new study investigating a non-drug therapy program that you can receive from your computer or smartphone click HERE.
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AVERAGE NEW U.S. CASES ANNUALLY
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS 10,400 SPINAL CORD INJURY 12,500 HIV/AIDS 50,000 BREAST CANCER 231,840 ALL NEW CASES COMBINED 304,740 NEW TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES EACH YEAR IN THE U.S. 2.8 MILLION |
Thanks to Our Corporate Partners |
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The Maryland State Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board (TBIAB) consists of 36 voting members, who represent consumers, families and caregivers, advocates, government officials, health care professionals and elected officials. The TBIAB is required by § 13-2105(6) of the Health General Article, Md. Ann. Code, in accordance with § 2-1246 of the State Government Article, to issue an annual report to the Governor and the General Assembly that contains recommendations.
The Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board Report for 2019 is ready for your review. To discover the Board's recommendations for this year, CLICK HERE. |
The OPIOID EPIDEMIC and BRAIN INJURY.
Opioids are depressants, meaning that they inhibit the central nervous system (CNS).
During an overdose, the body experiences Central Nervous System depression, which can result in
As such, the most significant risk of an overdose is the lack of oxygen.
Oxygen is essential to the human brain, and a lack of oxygen to the brain causes damage.
So, what about those who are overdosing but not dying?
The opioid epidemic has led to the creation of a new term: Toxic Brain Injury.
This type of brain injury occurs from prolonged substance misuse and nonfatal overdose.
This encompasses two forms of brain injury resulting from a lack of oxygen:
During an overdose, the body experiences Central Nervous System depression, which can result in
- decreased rate of breathing,
- decreased heart rate, and
- loss of consciousness, possibly leading to coma or death.
As such, the most significant risk of an overdose is the lack of oxygen.
Oxygen is essential to the human brain, and a lack of oxygen to the brain causes damage.
So, what about those who are overdosing but not dying?
The opioid epidemic has led to the creation of a new term: Toxic Brain Injury.
This type of brain injury occurs from prolonged substance misuse and nonfatal overdose.
This encompasses two forms of brain injury resulting from a lack of oxygen:
- Hypoxic Brain Injury
- Hypoxic brain injury occurs when the brain does not receive enough oxygen
- Anoxic brain injury.
- Anoxic brain injury occurs when the brain does not receive any oxygen.
In these situations, the amount of time the brain is without adequate oxygen dictates the severity of injury.
Toxic Brain Injury has multiple effects on the brain. Brain damage caused by use of drugs could include disruption of nutrients needed by brain tissue; direct damage, injury, and death of brain cells, including neurotransmitter receptors; alterations to brain chemical concentrations, including neurotransmitters and hormones; and deprivation of oxygen to brain tissue. The effects on the brain will differ depending on the type of substance, the amount used, and the duration of use.
Toxic Brain Injury has multiple effects on the brain. Brain damage caused by use of drugs could include disruption of nutrients needed by brain tissue; direct damage, injury, and death of brain cells, including neurotransmitter receptors; alterations to brain chemical concentrations, including neurotransmitters and hormones; and deprivation of oxygen to brain tissue. The effects on the brain will differ depending on the type of substance, the amount used, and the duration of use.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC
AND TOXIC BRAIN INJURY - CLICK HERE.
"I can't thank you enough for all of the help. You have been amazing! I've reached out to both ladies and we're moving forward. I'll also be reaching out to the doctors you have sent. Again, I can't thank you enough on behalf of the both of us."
- Alexandra and Charles
"Thank you for the information and especially for the kind words yesterday. I will share the information with Megan.
We will (also) check out the additional resources.
Thanks again for your help."
- Shannon
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Five Thoughts Fridays
A brief blog about what we are working on, looking at, thinking about, and inspired by.
Check the latest issues and back issues
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A brief blog about what we are working on, looking at, thinking about, and inspired by.
Check the latest issues and back issues
by clicking
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2-1-1 Maryland connects you to health and human service resources in your community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in over 180 languages.
The Maryland Access Point (MAP) searchable directory can help you find home health, personal care, transportation, housing, home repairs, adult day care providers and lots of other services that can support you in your home.
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About Us
Our Mission
The Brain Injury Association of Maryland shall be the voice of those affected by brain injury through advocacy, education, and research.
The Brain Injury Association of Maryland shall be the voice of those affected by brain injury through advocacy, education, and research.
Our Vision
We bring health, hope, and healing to thousands of Marylanders living with brain injury, their families, and the professionals who serve them.
We bring health, hope, and healing to thousands of Marylanders living with brain injury, their families, and the professionals who serve them.
Our Staff and Board
Our five full-time and one part-time staff are here to serve you. Our all volunteer Board of Directors strive to provide the utmost service and leadership to the brain injury community.
Our five full-time and one part-time staff are here to serve you. Our all volunteer Board of Directors strive to provide the utmost service and leadership to the brain injury community.
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BIAMD
2200 Kernan Drive Baltimore, MD 21207 Phone: 1.800.221.6443 |
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