After getting into a crash, it is common to experience head injury and brain trauma. Unfortunately, traumatic brain injuries (TBI) often have lasting and complex impacts on victims.
TBIs can alter your personality and temperament in many unexpected ways. It may surprise you to learn that this is one of the hardest issues victims have when it comes to coping with the aftermath.
Location of the injury impacts the effects
Mayo Clinic examines traumatic brain injuries and their impact on victims. TBIs affect different areas of the brain depending on how the accident happened. For example, some may suffer more damage to the frontal lobe. For others who suffered from multiple impacts, many areas of the brain could suffer.
When the frontal lobe takes a hit, you may find yourself dealing with difficulties controlling your impulses. This is because the frontal lobe monitors inhibition. When damaged, you have more trouble with thinking before you speak or act.
Loved ones describe many TBI sufferers with frontal lobe damage as reckless. They find it difficult to cope with the change. This is particularly true when it comes to thoughtless and sometimes hurtful words or actions used against loved ones.
The longevity of reckless behavior
TBI sufferers who display reckless behavior often recover with time. But some cases show that the victims continue to display rashness and trouble with self-control long after the injury itself heals. To increase your chance of smooth healing, be sure to listen to your medical professional’s advice. Consider seeking financial compensation as well. This allows you to focus on recovery without worrying about the cost as much.
