Date of Graduation
5-2025
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Degree Level
Undergraduate
Department
Communication Disorders and Occupational Therapy
Advisor/Mentor
Glade, Rachel
Committee Member
Threlkeld, Katie
Second Committee Member
Danley, Jessica
Abstract
Background
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a global health issue that affects millions of individuals. Despite its prevalence, there is minimal research on the most effective support group content for patients with a TBI.
Purpose
This project aims to investigate the need for traumatic brain injury support groups, along with what curriculum and design would be beneficial in a TBI support group.
Method
This study proposes a TBI support group program that focuses on addressing prevalent yet overlooked struggles post-TBI through the content and design of a 16-week support group.
Results/Conclusion
Ultimately, this project aims to improve patients with a TBI’s quality of life through addressing difficult primary and secondary symptoms of TBIs within a community context.
Keywords
Traumatic brain injury; Support groups; Disability; Traumatic brain injury rehabilitation
Citation
Ippolito, A. (2025). Mind Matters: Curriculum and Design for a 16-Week Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group Addressing the Most Prevalent and Overlooked Needs of Individuals Post-TBI. Communication Disorders and Occupational Therapy Undergraduate Honors Theses Retrieved from https://scholarworks.uark.edu/cdotuht/3
