Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) | Origin: ED130
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Teaching Students with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder --> Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
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I learned the differences between ptsd and tbi.
Ive learned tbi contributes to about 23% of mild tbi and causes headaches, fatique, depression is common and about 11% of military
For me it was interesting to note the similarities and differences between TBI and PTSD effects. Considering the intersectionality of these two conditions, it is clear that students experiencing both TBI and PTSD will require significant support to be successful in the classroom. Having taught students with TBI (very prevalent among student athletes) I do know that the recovery can be a long process and it seems that this diagnosis is often misunderstood by teachers and administrators. It is important for 504 teams to quickly develop an appropriate response so that all of the student's teachers understand the challenges that the student is experiencing and can make appropriate accomodations for the student.
That TBI and PTSD can be concurrent and can cause similar symptoms
how to handled learning curves when it has to do with students dealing with PTSD and learned the behavior it causes
I gained insight into the similarities and differences of TBI and PSDT. The results manifest differently in each person.
The difference beteween PSDT and TBI, how it can affect an individual and how to recognize each condition. Theier possible casues and consecuences.
I learned the difference between PTSD and TBI. PTSD is a mental problem causing heightened reaction to events due to previous exposure while, TBI is a structural injury to the brain causing mental cognitive and memory problems. Distiguishig this two is important in planning how to approach them in the learning process.
I've taught TBI for years and had never seen the compare/contrast with PTSD. Super informative!! Thank you
It was nice to see the comparison and contrast between the two categories. The statistics were hard to bear especially when it came to children. This knowledge made me more empathetic to the young adult in college who may be experiencing residual effects of childhood trauma.
I will continue to implement my practice of nonjudgmental of student behaviors as I do not know their background of experiences. It is important for educators to understand there is always a back story and it is our role to offer a non-threatening environment for learning. I have worked with veterans as nursing students. We partner and I provide a safe environment to disclose when they are feeling anxious and the need for a time out. I have been blessed that the organizations I have worked for have military support where students can be referred.
I plan to introduce these two categories at the Fundamental level of nursing in the context of empathy and therapeutic communication.
Students with a TBI or who have PTSD may exhibit symptoms that manifest as anger problems, anxiety, and depression. In the case of anger concerns, it is important for educators to be aware of how to use de-escalation techniques to diffuse potentially volatile situations and provide the opportunity for students to take a break when they need one.
While these two conditions can co-exist, it is important to understand the differences. I have seen a lot of the behaviors outlined in teh PTSD category in a lot of both students and family members.
I agree, I appreciate the comparison/contrast between TBI and PTSD, it provides a better understanding as to why a student might be engaging in a particular behavior- and that it's a manifestation of a disability rather than a conscious choice
I hadn't seen the compare/ contrast approach to PTSD and TBI. I'd seen them separately, and this made their differences more apparent. It also seemed to give a bit of an enroad to connection - particularly with the TBI affected. PTSD seems to need more support than most of us can provide in a public school setting. However, the potential for suicide seems to be the biggest consideration.
I feel that it is always so important to understand where someone is coming from. The rapport you build with a person and knowing some history about them will always help in knowing how to deal with them. So if they have had an accident and suffered TBI or are coming from a traumatic background.
While TBI and PTSD have some similarities, they are quite different afflictions. I plan to implement this knowledge by reviewing all of my current IEP's to determine how I can best assist these students.
TBI & PTSD are different. Typically, TBI is caused by direct
physical trauma whereas PTSD does not require direct
physical trauma.
This portion is very informative and has enlightened me
There are so many striking statistics and symptoms related to PTSD and TBI. This information reinforces the need for me as the teacher to be patient with students who are struggling with these types of conditions.
