Changes in roles
Changes in roles are common after a brain injury, and they can have a significant impact on a person’s daily life and relationships. Here are some common changes in roles that can occur after a brain injury:
- Changes in employment: A person may have difficulty returning to their previous job or may need to find a new job that accommodates their cognitive or physical limitations.
- Changes in family roles: A person may need to rely more on their family members for support and may have difficulty fulfilling their previous role as a parent, spouse, or caregiver.
- Changes in social roles: A person may have difficulty participating in social activities or may need to find new activities that accommodate their cognitive or physical limitations.
- Changes in financial roles: A person may have difficulty managing finances and may need to rely on a caregiver or financial planner to help with budgeting and bill payment.
It’s important to note that changes in roles can be challenging for both the person with a brain injury and their family members. Support from healthcare professionals, including occupational therapists and social workers, can help the person with a brain injury and their family members adjust to these changes and develop new strategies for managing daily tasks and activities. Rehabilitation programs may also include vocational training or counseling to help the person with a brain injury identify new employment opportunities or develop new skills that accommodate their cognitive or physical limitations.