Topic: Invisible Injuries: Domestic Violence, Traumatic Brain Injuries and Strangulation
Hosted By: Vera Institute of Justice
Date: Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Time: 5:00 AM ChST
Description: While some disabilities are present at birth, many people with disabilities acquired their disability from trauma. This webinar will discuss the brain and how it functions, and will introduce characteristics, signs, symptoms, and consequences of traumatic brain injury and strangulation. CARE, Ohio’s evidence-informed service provision approach will be discussed. This webinar will provide attendees with practical tools, resources, and educational materials to begin raising awareness and meeting the needs of survivors of abuse impacted by head trauma.