On selecting emotional outcomes in a rehabilitation program for persons with traumatic brain injury in Brazil
Psychol. neurosci. (Impr.)
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4(2): 289-296, 2011. tab
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ABSTRACT
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an important health problem in Brazil. It frequently results in a variety of sequelae, including cognitive, behavioral, and physical impairments that are frequently related to difficulties in community reintegration and successful rehabilitation outcomes. The literature shows that several variables are involved in positive outcomes, including neuropsychological deficits, services received, and social support. Brazil has a paucity of rehabilitation programs for persons with TBI. Intervention outcomes are underreported, and culturally adapted rehabilitation strategies are rarely found. The present study describes a rehabilitation program, presents emotional factors as an important outcome, and discusses a case that illustrates the major points debated.
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Asunto principal:
Rehabilitación
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Evaluación de Programas y Proyectos de Salud
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Emociones
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Lesiones Traumáticas del Encéfalo
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Pruebas Neuropsicológicas
Tipo de estudio:
Estudios de evaluación
Límite:
Humanos
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Masculino
País/Región como asunto:
America del Sur
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Brasil
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Psychol. neurosci. (Impr.)
Asunto de la revista:
Neurología
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Psicologia
Año:
2011
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