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A brain injury has an immediate effect on the family as they battle a wide range of emotions while coming to grips with the hospital system.

The initial hospitalisation, waiting for a prognosis and even things like understanding medical terminology can add to stress. There are many places to find support at the hospital, both for the patient and family members.

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Coping with stress in hospital

The time in the hospital can be an overwhelming experience, but there are things that you can do to minimise stress.

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Support and Advocacy

There are many places to find support in the hospital. We take a look at some of them.

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Coma and brain injury

Coma is generally the result of damage or interference with particular structures of the brain, and its length and depth provide a strong indication of the severity of brain injury.

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Emotional Recovery

A brain injury in the family can disrupt almost every aspect of life, creating emotional turmoil that impacts on everything and everyone in some way or another.

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