Cognition and Mental Health: Addressing the Impact of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) on Adults

Authors

• Hannah E. Smith, University of St Augustine for Health SciencesFollow
• Lesley Khan-Farooqi, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow
• Anne McDonnell, MPA, OTR/L, CBIST, Brain Injury Association of VirginiaFollow

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Description

This project addresses cognitive and mental health challenges in adults with traumatic brain injuries (TBI). It developed evidence-based resources, including a clinician handbook and user-friendly survivor guidebook - using research, interviews, and observations. The materials were refined with expert feedback and support improved interventions, education, and quality of life for individuals with TBIs, and their caregivers.

Publication Date

Spring 4-8-2026

Publisher

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Keywords

Cognition, Mental Health, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Adults, Caregivers, quality of life

Medical Subject Headings

Cognition and Mental Health for Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors

Disciplines

Mental and Social Health | Neuroscience and Neurobiology | Occupational Therapy

Comments

Poster presented at the OTD Capstone Symposium, held online at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences April 8, 2026.

Recommended Citation

Smith, H. E., Khan-Farooqi, L., & McDonnell, MPA, OTR/L, CBIST, A. (2026, April 8). Cognition and Mental Health: Addressing the Impact of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) on Adults. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesspring2026/58