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The Brain Injury Association of America - Texas Chapter is committed to bringing help, hope, and healing to the brain injury community in Texas.

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06/18/2026

Before Nekita Schofield's daughter sustained a TBI, she was full of life and personality, with big dreams for her future. But after her injury, their family's world changed overnight.

Nekita's daughter has faced so many challenges. In addition to the physical and cognitive effects that she lives with every day, she has had to navigate the emotional impact of losing her independence, the changes in her day to day life, and the stress that comes with others making decisions about her future. But through all of this, she has persevered, and continued to fight to have her voice heard.

Read her story of courage and perseverance here: https://bit.ly/4eO8OFM

06/17/2026

Headaches and migraines are common after a brain injury. In fact, more than 30 percent of people who have a history of TBI experience headaches long after their initial injury.

Evan Folan, brain injury survivor and founder of Toro & Tides, is among that group. After sustaining a severe TBI following a car crash in 2019, Evan has lived with chronic pain and headaches that wake him up throughout the night. Read Evan's brain injury story here: https://bit.ly/4ewDzPW

06/16/2026

Join us on Thursday, June 18, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET for "Social Communication After Brain Injury." This live clinical webinar will introduce a framework: the Social Communication Implementable and Applicable Lens (SoCIAL). It will also review common evidence-based assessment and intervention approaches for communication after brain injury. Using clinical case studies, these will be mapped to the framework using examples. Register here: https://bit.ly/4n4VSwl.

06/15/2026

Being a caregiver is hard. Taking time for yourself, asking for help, and accepting support are important for your well-being. Read our tips about self-care for caregivers here: https://bit.ly/4oq1gfL

06/11/2026

When he was 3 years old, Robert sustained a brain injury that left him with a subdural hematoma. The injury affected the left side of his body, including his arm, wrist, hand, and leg - something he still lives with 45 years later.

While his brain injury shaped his life, it did not define it - and it did not get the final word. "I am still here. I have worked, learned, adapted, struggled, and kept going," he says.

Read the story of Robert's brain injury journey here: https://bit.ly/4uLXv6C

06/10/2026

After a brain injury, you may notice changes in how you feel or express emotions. You may also notice changes in thinking, such as memory, attention, or how quickly you process information. These changes may feel overwhelming and may lead to emotional reactions like worry, anger, or sadness. These feelings are common after a brain injury. Learn more about changes in emotions after brain injury, and effective ways to manage emotional changes, here: https://bit.ly/3QlVgIg

06/09/2026

We know that brain injuries can happen to anyone, regardless of their age, gender, or background. But did you know that certain groups are at higher risk for brain injury -- and at higher risk of experiencing negative outcomes? Learn more: https://bit.ly/4o7hBpm

06/08/2026

June is Aphasia Awareness Month. Aphasia, a language impairment that can affect a person's ability to speak or understand speech, can occur after brain injury. Aphasia is caused by damage to one or more areas of the brain that are responsible for language. Learn more about different types of aphasia, tips for communicating with a person who has aphasia, and more: https://bit.ly/4dOoirb

06/04/2026

Recovering from brain injury is not just about regaining your physical abilities. It's also about rebuilding identity, reconnecting with community, and finding purpose after your life has changed. Read about the brain injury journeys of Sam and Laura, whose post-injury experiences led them to a place where they can confidently say, "I can function successfully in my world" here: https://bit.ly/4uIEphB

06/03/2026

After sustaining a brain injury in 2020, Rob Baugh wanted to provide other survivors and caregivers with a platform to share their stories — and give back to organizations that support the brain injury community. Read more about Rob's brain injury journey and his podcast, Life Rewired, here: https://bit.ly/4dIl6za

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