Abstract:
TBI is often a catastrophic event creating financial stress, care needs, and other new demands on personal relationships. It is reasonable that TBI and its aftereffects might lead to disruption of this relationship. Changes in marital relationships following TBI were investigated retrospectively. However, predictability of relationship stability has not been quantified in terms of separation/divorce. The purpose of this study is to determine whether there are factors that predict separation following TBI. This information will be invaluable to fully addressing the needs of those with TBI and their families, thereby optimizing their reintegration.