These fact sheets cover a broad range of issues facing people with a head injury, their families, carers and associated professionals.

You are free to print off as many of each fact sheet as desired. However the fact sheets may not be reproduced without the prior written permission of the Association. Using the three icons in the top right hand corner of each screen, you can either convert the fact sheets to an Adobe PDF, print it out, or email it to a friend. Just hover your mouse cursor over each icon to see what they do. If you have difficulty converting the fact sheets to a PDF, you may need to install or upgrade Acrobat Reader.

These fact sheets are intended to provide general information only. You can order our Detailed Publications here or by using the menu at the top of the page.

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Copyright Brain Injury Association of Queensland, Inc, Australia, 2006. This is one of a range of fact sheets made available by the Brain Injury Association of Queensland. While all care has been taken to ensure information is accurate, these fact sheets are only intended as a guide and proper medical or professional support and information should be sought. The Association will not be held responsible for any injuries or damages that arise from following the information provided in these fact sheets. You can visit the Association’s website at www.braininjury.org.au or send emails to