S2 E1 - Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI: Brain Injury and Justice.
In 2022, OBIA and HeadsupCAN have developed five multi-media podcasts that will be released throughout June as part of Brain Injury Awareness Month. The episodes will be led by a leading expert in the field and consist of a group of individuals who have sustained brain injuries discussing their experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
Each episode looks at different aspects of the recovery process.
We are so grateful to all the participants for being so open about sharing their experiences of concussion/TBI. Thank you as well to our fantastic facilitators who guided these conversations and encouraged participants to feel safe to share their stories. We hope these stories will help others not feel alone in their journey and give them hope for their future.
In this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, board-certified neuropsychologist Dr. Carolyn Lemsky welcomes Catherine Wiseman-Hakes, Katie Almond, and Meri Perra to talk about the intersection between brain injury and the criminal justice system.
Listen in as they have a rich discussion about the biggest problems/barriers for people with brain injuries in the criminal justice system, how to overcome these barriers, and the various organizations working to increase support and awareness of TBI in the justice system. They also provide helpful resources, tools, and advice for people with brain injuries and the people supporting them on preparing for court and navigating life in the system.