Psychosocial interventions
Behaviour change is difficult for any individual to accomplish. The process, however, can be infinitely more difficult for those who have experienced congenital, acquired or traumatic brain injury (TBI) due to physical, cognitive, and emotional impairments associated with an injury. Successful reintegration into the community and return to activities of choice is often dependent on the individual’s ability to modify maladaptive behaviours that may result from the injury. Behavioural challenges that frequently require intervention following brain injury include aggression, disinhibition, difficulty relating to others, and a host of other behaviours.
A total reversal of behavioural problems after a brain injury may not be possible. A more realistic goal is to modify behaviours. There are several interventions available to assist with the modification of those behaviours that negatively affect goal achievement, successful community reintegration, or quality of life for individuals with brain injury.
Other interventions may include (click for more information):
• Environmental modiļ¬cations
• Remediation and rehabilitation
• Behavioural modification
• Cognitive behavioural therapy
• Family/Systemic therapy