Mind Matters: Curriculum and Design for a 16-Week Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group Addressing the Most Prevalent and Overlooked Needs of Individuals Post-TBI

Abstract

Background Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a global health issue that affects millions of individuals. Despite its prevalence, there is minimal research on the most effective support group content for patients with a TBI. Purpose This project aims to investigate the need for traumatic brain injury support groups, along with what curriculum and design would be beneficial in a TBI support group. Method This study proposes a TBI support group program that focuses on addressing prevalent yet overlooked struggles post-TBI through the content and design of a 16-week support group. Results/Conclusion Ultimately, this project aims to improve patients with a TBI’s quality of life through addressing difficult primary and secondary symptoms of TBIs within a community context