Family therapy of brain injury: Syndromes, strategies, and solutions
- 1 June 1993
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in The American Journal of Family Therapy
- Vol. 21 (2) , 111-121
- https://doi.org/10.1080/01926189308250910
Abstract
Brain injury presents the family therapit with some unique problems and challenges. This paper describes the effects that the brain-injured patient may be expected to have on the family system and the kinds of reactions typically seen in the family members. It then describes strategies of family therapy in brain injury, including education, supportive counseling, and more intensive family therapy modalities. Finally, the paper closes with some thoughts on the goals and outcomes of family therapy with this group and recommendations for improving the family therapy process.Keywords
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