While a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can cause severe, life-long damage to adults, children’s brains are still highly vulnerable and developing. When a child suffers a traumatic brain injury, the cognitive impairments may result in various problems throughout their lives. The injury may not immediately show itself after the accident but become more apparent as the child ages.
One of the leading causes of disability and death in children and adolescents in the United States is brain injuries. In a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, two age groups are at the greatest risk for brain injury among children: 0-4 year-olds and teens between 15-19. The lifelong challenges that a TBI can inflict on a child are serious and frightening. If someone else’s negligence causes your child to suffer a severe brain injury, speak with a lawyer about how you may be able to receive justice.
What Are the Common Signs and Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury in Children?
While adults and children have very different brains, the symptoms they experience may be highly similar. However, the symptom’s severity depends on several factors, including the location of the injury and the recovery timeline. The longer a person is unaware or waits to receive treatment and diagnosis, the more time the TBI has to develop into a major, life-threatening injury. To better spot a TBI, consider the following symptoms:
- Headaches;
- Memory issues;
- Nausea or vomiting;
- Fatigue;
- Dizziness or loss of balance;
- Ringing in ears;
- Unable to concentrate;
- Falling behind in school;
- Sensitivity to light and sound;
- Irritable or fussy;
- Change in sleeping pattern;
- Double or blurred vision;
- Numbness or tingling;
- Loss of consciousness;
- Feeling foggy or confused.
If you spot any of the following symptoms in your child, especially after an accident, immediately seek medical attention. The sooner your child receives treatment, the better their chances are to recover smoothly and prevent further harm.
Effects of Traumatic Brain Injuries on Children
Your child has their entire life ahead of them. Unfortunately, their future is at risk after a traumatic brain injury. Not only are there major physical losses your child sustains, but other various life changes they may encounter depending on the severity of the injury.
- Education: A TBI can seriously impact your child’s ability to sit and focus for long periods and to comprehend certain subjects.
- Social life: Interacting with other children and people their age may become extremely hard with a traumatic brain injury.
- Future career: For teens considering their career and looking at college, a TBI may limit a significant part of their life and their ability to work in the industry they once desired.
- Sports: Many sports involve intensive training and physical activity. With a traumatic brain injury, your child may not be able to take the risk of a dangerous sport.
- Independence: In extreme cases, your child may become disabled and unable to rely on themselves for everyday functions like eating and driving.
When someone else’s inexcusable behavior results in your child’s future suffering, you have every right to hold them accountable for their negligence and recover monetary compensation for your and your child’s losses.
Speak With Attorney Frank P. Marsalisi for an Experienced Brain Injury Lawyer in Florida
The aftermath of a child’s brain injury is frustrating and complex. When all you want to do is help your child recover, the financial and legal complications place significant burdens on you and your family. Frank P. Marsalisi empathizes with your challenges and will provide you with the legal services necessary to relieve some of the weight on your shoulders. By offering tailored legal representation and attentiveness, Marsalisi Law will offer you the best possible outcome for your claim.
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