Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar After Brain Damage Brain damage mood disorders are common after trauma, and include depression, anxiety and complex personality changes that hard to categorize and treat. Organic injury to the cells of the brain will change how the brain feels and acts. By Rebecca Martin It is a widely held belief that brain […]
Carbon Monoxide Aviation Disasters Kill Too Many Carbon monoxide aviation disasters are under diagnosed and often have deadly results, as confined spaces and high altitude increase lethality of carbon monoxide leaks. By Rebecca Martin In 2019, Argentine footballer, Emiliano Sala, had traveled back to Nantes in France to wish farewell to his former teammates after […]
Carbon Monoxide Deaths Increase during Hurricane Season Hurricanes cause immediate death and destruction and indirect carbon monoxide deaths, from poorly planned efforts to restore power. By Rebecca Martin The Atlantic hurricane season began on June 1st and ends November 30th. Predictions from Dr. Phil Klotzbach of the Colorado State University, one of the most trusted […]
A Perfect Winter Storm Magnifies Lack of Carbon Monoxide Safety Texas winter storm was perfect storm to illustrate lack of concern about carbon monoxide safety. Predictable disaster meets no CO detector law. By Rebecca Martin There are currently three states which do not require carbon monoxide detectors; Missouri, Hawaii and Texas. In Texas, this oversight […]
Biden Proposes Huge Increase in Public Preschool By Rebecca Martin Despite some inconsistent studies, public preschool funding is necessary for the long term development of our country. Public preschool is our most direct path to addressing, crime, poverty and inequality. Why address this issue on a public blog? Because cognitive and emotional health and recovery […]
This story of a carbon monoxide hero tells how one person rescued four people from carbon monoxide poisoning death. By Rebecca Martin “Heroes are ordinary people who make themselves extraordinary.” ― Gerard Way Heroes are sometimes made in dire circumstances which require both a level head and bravery. They say the world knows little of […]
Thoughts on Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Rehab Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Rehab must start with recognition that long term deficits could persist after a seemingly transient event. While excellent treatment options exist, treatment systems are not set up to get the survivor to the proper rehab professionals. By Rebecca Martin In previous blogs we have […]
Protect Your Brain and Body from Spring Cycling Hazards Spring cycling hazards greatly increase the risk of brain and other injuries with roads conditions worse and motorists less aware. By Rebecca Martin It is that time of year when warmer days herald the emergence of cycling enthusiasts. I would venture to guess that this year […]
Brain Injury Law Group Still Fighting for Justice after 25 Years Formed in April of 1996, the Brain Injury Law Group has focused on representing the survivors of Traumatic Brain Injury and carbon monoxide poisoning for 25 years. By Attorney Gordon S. Johnson, Jr. In early April of 1996, I was a partner in a […]
A Strong Connection Exists between Gun Availability and Suicide There is a strong connection between gun availability and suicide because guns are so much more lethal than other means and too easy to get in a crisis. By Rebecca Martin If one raises the issue of gun availability and suicide, a counter cry is immediately […]