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Self-Advocacy for Independent Life: A Program for Personal Self Advocacy after Brain Injury.

Authors :
Hawley, Lenore A.
Source :
Journal of Social Work in Disability & Rehabilitation. Jul-Dec2016, Vol. 15 Issue 3/4, p201-212. 12p.
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

The article offers information on the Self-Advocacy for Independent Life (SAIL) program which aims to empower individuals and families with the skills of self-advocacy to navigate life after brain injury in a self-efficacious manner. It mentions that traumatic brain injury (TBI) can result in long-term injury-related disabilities wherein their families must advocate for themselves to secure resources to address their postinjury needs. It notes the estimated number of people with TBI in the U.S.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1536710X
Volume :
15
Issue :
3/4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Social Work in Disability & Rehabilitation
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
118864486
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/1536710X.2016.1220885