An uncomplicated mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is traumatic brain injury in which there is a brief loss of consciousness, brief posttraumatic amnesia, or an alteration of mental status (e.g., feeling dazed) without evidence of neurological damage. Physical, cognitive, and psychological symptoms are common in the days and weeks immediately following the injury, but these
Advances in medicine, surgery, and public health have gradually increased the average life expectancy of the population. At the same time, patients with chronic diseases experience increased survival periods in relatively good health, leading to advanced single or only few organ failures, making them adequate candidates for organ replacement via transplantation. The accumulated knowledge and
Humans share many similarities with other animals, including the ability to experience sensations, exhibit motor behavior, and even socialize. However, we are clearly different in many important regards. For example, unlike any other animal, humans possess the unique ability to produce and understand language, experience complex emotions, and perform higher cognitive functions. Not surprisingly, each
The two hemispheres of the human brain are anatomically and functionally asymmetric. Anatomical Asymmetry Anatomical differences between the two hemispheres are observed in gross sulcal and gyral patterns and size. The left Sylvian fissure is often more branched, longer, and horizontal than the corresponding structure in the right hemisphere (RH). The planum temporale (PT), associated
Brain plasticity refers to the observation that both the structure and function of the brain are molded by experience much in the way that plastic is shaped by a manufacturer to suit various demands. Brain plasticity occurs during development of the nervous system, when we learn, and in response to injury. This plasticity is manifested
This article in the field of health psychology explores the critical role of rehabilitation in individuals with brain injuries. The introduction delineates the prevalence and impact of brain injuries, emphasizing the imperative nature of rehabilitation in mitigating cognitive and neurological impairments. The subsequent sections delve into the intricate neuroanatomy affected by brain injury, elucidating cognitive