Most of us correctly associate the hormone progesterone with the female reproductive system. However, this hormone has also been the subject of multiple research studies for almost thirty years since it may offer distinct neuroprotective properties to injured brains. Years ago, scientists noticed that during various experiments, female rats tended to fare better than their [...]

After suffering traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), patients must be closely monitored since further complications like strokes and seizures may develop. A stroke often occurs after the vascular system carrying blood to the brain tissues is damaged. If the blood loss to the brain occurs over an extended period of time, brain cells can permanently die. [...]

A recent study performed on mice offers hope that future traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients may experience faster healing if prescribed antidepressant medications like Tofranil (Imipramine). During this particular study, one group of brain-injured mice was treated with Tofranil while a control group of similar mice was not given the drug. The mice given the Tofranil [...]

Approximately 1.7 million Americans suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) each year. Children aged four and under, along with teens between 15 and 19 years of age, are the two groups most likely to incur such injuries. Young children frequently suffer their TBIs while exploring their immediate surroundings. Since children’s brains are still developing, their TBIs [...]

Healthcare experts continue searching for positive new ways to help traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients heal emotionally from their injuries. Towards this end, Dr. Glen Johnson (clinical neuropsychologist and author of The Traumatic Brain Injury Survival Guide) has outlined steps that TBI patients can take while trying to secure a greater sense of inner peace. [...]