TBI Support & Awareness

02/01/2026

A common symptom of traumatic brain injury is hypersensitivity to sound.

This is called hyperacusis. The auditory system becomes very sensitive to environmental noise, and you may discover that you have great difficulty going to restaurants, the grocery store, or social gatherings.

An excellent accommodation for hyperacusis is ear filters. The actual name is ER 15/25 noise-dampening ear filters. These are custom-fitted earplugs, originally made for musicians, but they now have been adapted for individuals with traumatic brain injuries. Consult an audiologist at a speech and hearing clinic to obtain filters.

01/31/2026

Snow may look light and fluffy, but ice underneath can make sledding more dangerous than it appears. Hardened ice increases speed and reduces control, raising the risk of serious injuries. Please sled with caution and choose safe locations.

01/31/2026

01/30/2026

It's always fun to see where everyone is from.
Me? I'm in Sevierville Tennessee
How about you? Where's home?

Dustin

01/29/2026

Never thought brain injury would happen to me, but here we are…

01/29/2026

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01/27/2026

I’ve been reflecting a lot lately. I look back to when my accident happened in 1992. Life operated on landline, and paper, with communication relying on home telephones, payphones, and written letters. There was no internet, so there was no social media pages like this where you could quickly find answers to your questions. Without the internet, information was found in encyclopedias and word of mouth from others going down this same path.
It’s great to see how far everything has and continues to improve. No matter if you are new to this journey or have been down it for several decades, I welcome you to this page and I hope it helps you along the way.
I’ve learned there is no clear manual and no straight path. It’s a constant learning experience and every day will feel different than the one before.

So to every survivor out there fighting this silent battle:
High five. Seriously.
You’re doing better than you think.
You’re still here.
You’re still pushing.
You’re still trying to figure out a life you never asked for.

And to the families holding it down, showing up, and loving someone through the hardest chapter of their life — thank you.

One chaotic day at a time. You’ve got this”.
Dustin

01/27/2026

That kind of understanding heals more than words ever could. Sometimes being seen and heard is all the comfort the heart needs. Validation is a quiet kind of love that speaks volumes.

01/26/2026

Healing is a journey of self-discovery, embracing the resilience and strength you've developed after a brain injury. It's about celebrating your growth, acknowledging that some days may be tough, and knowing that's a normal part of your progress. Remember, healing is a personal path, not a competition, and every step forward is a victory. ♥️💚♥️
—Dustin

01/26/2026

Witzelsucht…
It's a weigh of life for someone with a brain injury.