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BIRS Statewide Hypertonicity Service - Brain Injury Awareness week 2021
Posted on Thursday 19th August 2021
For over 10 years the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Service (BIRS) State-wide Multidisciplinary Hypertonicity Team have delivered a specialised service for clients experiencing disabling muscle over-activity after brain injury. A recent qualitative research study funded by a Hopkins Seed Grant examined the client’s experience and perceptions of the service.
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Shane Pivac: Kintsugi – The New Me
Posted on Thursday 19th August 2021
August 16 – 22 is Brain Injury Awareness Week. This year’s theme 'Every brain injury is different' recognises the uniqueness of each injury and tells the stories of people and families impacted by brain injury across Australia. Our special guest this week is Shane Pivac, the talented photographer behind The Hopkins Centre's new Hero Image 'Kintsugi – The New Me'.
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Ambassador Belinda Adam's talks about Ballet for Brain project
Posted on Wednesday 18th August 2021
In April of this year, Ballet for Brain Injury pilot program began at Queensland Ballet’s West End studios. After a successful ten-week trial with ten brain injury survivors and their carer/support worker, classes are now running every Saturday with plans to undertake a clinical trial nex
Read MoreDimensional Attention Modelling for Neglect Detection (DIAMOND study): A novel application for brain injury
Posted on Wednesday 18th August 2021
Cognitive disability following brain injury often remains hidden yet has profound consequences for the individual. This project focuses on a condition known as unilateral spatial neglect, which often follows brain injury and causes an inability to pay attention to visual space opposite to the injury. A classic symptom is that a person with neglect may only eat food from one side of their plate. Neglect is not simply a problem with vision since the person can locate objects when these appear in isolation. Instead, neglect reflects a problem of control – the neural connections allowing goal-directed action have been selectively affected. Neglect is among the most significant predictors of functional recovery following brain injury and results in difficulties returning to employment and independent living, among other areas.
Read MoreResearch on the impact of paediatric traumatic brain injury on self-awareness
Posted on Tuesday 17th August 2021
The publication addresses the issue of whether it is beneficial for children to develop self-awareness of their abilities after brain injury. In other words, does accurate self-awareness help them to adjust and develop greater independence in the home and at school or does this place them at risk of emotional distress and self-concept problems?
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Brain Injury Awareness Week BIAW21: Julia Robertson's story
Posted on Monday 16th August 2021
This week’s Hopkins Dignity Project guest, Julia Robertson, has had two brain injuries and share her story this Brain Injury Awareness Week BIAW21.
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Brain Injury Awareness Week
Posted on Sunday 15th August 2021
This week is Brain Injury Awareness Week #BIAW201. At The Hopkins Centre, over half of our research projects focus on brain injury, so this week is a great opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of finding new ways of working in this complex area. Our partner organisations, our Ambassadors and our talented clinicians and academics are all doing their bit to advance brain injury awareness and rehabilitation.
Read MoreBallet pilot to benefit those living with a brain injury
Posted on Tuesday 10th August 2021
A tailored dance program for people living with a brain injury, delivered in partnership with Hopkins Centre, Griffith University, Queensland Conservatorium Research Centre and Citrine Sun Entertainment.
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