Identifying Behavior Problems Head injury survivors may
experience a range of neuropsychological problems following a
traumatic brain injury. Depending on the part of the brain
affected and the severity of the injury, the result on any one
individual can vary greatly. Personality changes, memory and
judgement deficits, lack of impulse control, and poor
concentration are all common. Behavioral changes can be
stressful for families and caregivers who must learn to adapt
their communication techniques, established relationships, and
expectations of what the impaired person can or cannot do. In
some cases extended cognitive and behavioral rehabilitation in a
residential or outpatient setting will be necessary to regain
certain skills. A neuropsychologist also may be helpful in
assessing cognitive deficits. However, over the long term both
the survivor and any involved family members will need to
explore what combination of strategies work best to improve the
functional and behavioral skills of the impaired indivi