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Neurological & Cognitive Conditions

  ABI and Psychology

Psychological support is essential in adjusting to life after an Acquired Brain Injury. This article explores how therapy helps people navigate identity changes, emotional challenges, and meaningful recovery.

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Neurological & Cognitive Conditions

What is an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)?

An Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) is damage to the brain after birth that affects mood, identity, thinking, and relationships. Psychology can support emotional adjustment and recovery.

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Neurological & Cognitive Conditions

Psychology & FND

Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) causes real and often distressing neurological symptoms despite no structural damage showing on scans. This post explores how psychologists support recovery using evidence-based therapy, emotional regulation, and trauma-informed, multidisciplinary care.

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Neurological & Cognitive Conditions

What is FND?

A supportive and evidence informed explanation of Functional Neurological Disorder including symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and current best practice treatment. This post offers a calm and practical overview to help people feel understood and guided in their next steps toward recovery.

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