Brain Injury

About mild brain injuries like concussion and post-concussion syndrome.

Rugby rules, football failures and concussions in sport.

The last few years have seen numerous studies showing the damage which contact sports can cause to the brain. This has moved the argument on...to how to make the sports safer...But as fast as these rules are introduced, loopholes are found.

ABI & Gardening

There is growing evidence which shows the benefits gardening has on our mental health. Five years ago, a doctor and scientist argued that gardening should be available on the NHS.

Pausing the anxiety treadmill.

If there ever was a time to be kind to yourself, this is it. Take a breath and realise that one mistake is not a failure. We are usually nicer to everyone else than we are to ourselves.

Brain Injury and exercise

The effects of exercise on those recovering from a brain injury can be helpful and encouraging for both body and mind.

Concussion substitutes now allowed in international cricket.

In a landmark rule change, cricket teams will be able to replace concussed players during international games. This is exciting news for brain injury awareness, brain injury prevention and for sports fans.

Heatwaves & Acquired Brain Injury (ABI).

Some people with ABI will be fine, but for many temperature extremes can make it harder to mange the symptoms and effects of the injury. Headway UK reports that “A brain injury can sometimes cause problems with temperature regulation making it harder for survivors to control their body temperature.”

UKABIF at Parliament

Two weeks after Chris Bryant MP led a debate in Parliament on Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) he co-hosted a Lobbying Reception in Speakers House. The aim of the event was to raise awareness of ABI and of the need to improve neuro-rehabilitation facilities.

All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Acquired Brain Injury

Acquired Brain Injury is in focus at Westminster today as Chris Bryant, MP for the Rhondda, introduces a Debate on a Motion on Acquired Brain Injury.

ABIL Conference March 2019 - Brain Injury and Mental Health

ABIL Conference March 2019 - Brain Injury and Mental Health The conference programme promised a varied group of speakers who presented to a packed house at Irwin Mitchell in Holborn, central London.

Who are ABIL? Acquired Brain Injury Forum for London

Various groups from across London who work together to raise awareness of Brain Injury and to press for care services.