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Nancy R Temkin1, John D Corrigan, Sureyya S Dikmen

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Adult-onset traumatic brain injury (TBI) significantly impairs social functioning, affecting employment, relationships, and quality of life long after injury. Moderate to severe TBI poses greater challenges than mild TBI or other injuries.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a significant public health concern.
  • Understanding the long-term social consequences of TBI is crucial for effective rehabilitation and support.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the literature on the relationship between adult-onset TBI and various aspects of social functioning.
  • To assess outcomes at least 6 months post-injury, including employment, social relationships, independent living, recreation, functional status, and quality of life.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of published, peer-reviewed studies was conducted.
  • Studies included comparisons to control groups for adults at least 6 months post-TBI.

Main Results:

  • TBI negatively impacts employment, delaying return to work and reducing the likelihood of returning to the same position.
  • Moderate and severe TBI show clear adverse effects on social functioning, including leisure, relationships, and quality of life.
  • While mild TBI's link to unemployment is unclear, wartime penetrating head injuries are associated with increased unemployment.

Conclusions:

  • Adult-onset TBI has demonstrable adverse effects on social functioning.
  • Individuals with moderate to severe TBI experience more significant functional impairments compared to those with other injuries.