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Childhood Brain Injuries

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Mike Stephenson
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The document discusses traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in children, including statistics and potential short-term and long-term effects. It notes that TBIs are a leading cause of death for children and adolescents in the US, with ages 0-4 and 15-19 being most at risk. Each year over 62,000 children sustain brain injuries requiring hospitalization. Short-term effects of minor TBIs generally clear up within weeks and can include headaches and memory loss. Long-term effects of severe TBIs may include ongoing cognitive, behavioral and sensory issues. The document provides contact information for a law firm specializing in TBI cases.

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www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011 Childhood Brain Injuries and Long-Term Effects
Traumatic BrainInjuries Brain injuries are some of the most dangerous injuries that can occur to anyone, but especially to children. As the brain controls the body, issues with the brain can disrupt messages, resulting in numerous overall issues, and can also impair cognitive abilities. Serious injuries to the brain, essentially from a concussion or worse, are considered Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI). www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
Prevalence of TBIs The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports: 1.5 million people in the United States suffer a TBI each year. 50,000 die of TBI each year. 85,000 suffer long-term injuries. 5.3 million people in the U.S. overall are victims of TBI. 2.5 million emergency room visits are related to TBIs. 282,000 patients are hospitalized for TBI. www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
Childrens TBI The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAUSA) reports TBIs are the leading cause of death for children and adolescents in the United States. The ages 0-4 and 15-19 are at the greatest risks. www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
Childrens TBI Statistics On average, for children ages 0-19: Each year 62,000 children sustain brain injuries requiring hospitalization as a result of motor vehicle crashes, falls, sports injuries, physical abuse and other causes. 564,000 children are seen in hospital emergency departments for TBI and released. www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
On average, for children 0-14 years of age, there are: 2,685 deaths 37,000 hospitalizations 435,000 emergency department visits www.indianapilaw.com Childrens TBI Statistics continued 317- 689-2011
Short-Term Effects According to Advocate Health Care (AHC), effects of minor TBIs on children are generally short term, meaning symptoms clear up in days to weeks and may include: Headache, Seizures, Dizziness, Insomnia, Depression, Irritability, Double Vision, Changes in Ability to Smell, Facial Pain and Memory Loss. www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
Severe TBI: Long Term Injuries Studies are currently underway to measure the long- term effects of TBIs. Individuals are advised to immediately see a medical professional if these symptoms persist: Cognitive Function (Feeling Foggy) Difficulty Concentrating Memory Loss/Confusion Changes in Mood or Sleep Difficulties with Language Difficulties with Attention/Processing Information www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
Potential Results of TBI Because of the many variables, there is no one end- result or typical result of severe TBI. However, Brainline.org, a multimedia project offering information about preventing, treating and living with TBI, suggests there are three main areas potentially affected that can be observed to assess the impact: How are thinking and other aspects of cognition affected? How are mood and behavior affected? How are sensing/perceiving affected? www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
If your child or that of a loved one has suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury through the negligence or misconduct of another, contact McNeely Stephenson of Indianapolis today. Our attorneys have the knowledge, resources and experience to help you pursue your claim and get the compensation you deserve. To ask questions or set up an evaluation, contact us online or call 317-689-2011. The appointment is free, and you pay no out-of-pocket expenses until we successfully conclude your claim. www.indianapilaw.com Contact McNeely Stephenson 317- 689-2011

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Childhood Brain Injuries

  • 1. www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011 Childhood Brain Injuries and Long-Term Effects
  • 2. Traumatic BrainInjuries Brain injuries are some of the most dangerous injuries that can occur to anyone, but especially to children. As the brain controls the body, issues with the brain can disrupt messages, resulting in numerous overall issues, and can also impair cognitive abilities. Serious injuries to the brain, essentially from a concussion or worse, are considered Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI). www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
  • 3. Prevalence of TBIs The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports: 1.5 million people in the United States suffer a TBI each year. 50,000 die of TBI each year. 85,000 suffer long-term injuries. 5.3 million people in the U.S. overall are victims of TBI. 2.5 million emergency room visits are related to TBIs. 282,000 patients are hospitalized for TBI. www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
  • 4. Childrens TBI The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAUSA) reports TBIs are the leading cause of death for children and adolescents in the United States. The ages 0-4 and 15-19 are at the greatest risks. www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
  • 5. Childrens TBI Statistics On average, for children ages 0-19: Each year 62,000 children sustain brain injuries requiring hospitalization as a result of motor vehicle crashes, falls, sports injuries, physical abuse and other causes. 564,000 children are seen in hospital emergency departments for TBI and released. www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
  • 6. On average, for children 0-14 years of age, there are: 2,685 deaths 37,000 hospitalizations 435,000 emergency department visits www.indianapilaw.com Childrens TBI Statistics continued 317- 689-2011
  • 7. Short-Term Effects According to Advocate Health Care (AHC), effects of minor TBIs on children are generally short term, meaning symptoms clear up in days to weeks and may include: Headache, Seizures, Dizziness, Insomnia, Depression, Irritability, Double Vision, Changes in Ability to Smell, Facial Pain and Memory Loss. www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
  • 8. Severe TBI: Long Term Injuries Studies are currently underway to measure the long- term effects of TBIs. Individuals are advised to immediately see a medical professional if these symptoms persist: Cognitive Function (Feeling Foggy) Difficulty Concentrating Memory Loss/Confusion Changes in Mood or Sleep Difficulties with Language Difficulties with Attention/Processing Information www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
  • 9. Potential Results of TBI Because of the many variables, there is no one end- result or typical result of severe TBI. However, Brainline.org, a multimedia project offering information about preventing, treating and living with TBI, suggests there are three main areas potentially affected that can be observed to assess the impact: How are thinking and other aspects of cognition affected? How are mood and behavior affected? How are sensing/perceiving affected? www.indianapilaw.com 317- 689-2011
  • 10. If your child or that of a loved one has suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury through the negligence or misconduct of another, contact McNeely Stephenson of Indianapolis today. Our attorneys have the knowledge, resources and experience to help you pursue your claim and get the compensation you deserve. To ask questions or set up an evaluation, contact us online or call 317-689-2011. The appointment is free, and you pay no out-of-pocket expenses until we successfully conclude your claim. www.indianapilaw.com Contact McNeely Stephenson 317- 689-2011