Early results from a new study out of the University of British Columbia Okanagan show links between intimate partner violence and traumatic brain injuries. Researchers found that people suffering abuse in violent relationships can exhibit more severe brain injury symptoms than athletes who suffer acute concussions. Mason said many of the women she serves probably don't know they may be suffering some kind of brain injury because the abuse they're experiencing is their norm. For example, some women have difficulty achieving goals or demonstrated other types of negative behaviour that may be signs of a brain injury. "One of the most powerful things that's come out of this research… is that a lot of women had no clue they might have a brain injury.

Source: CBC News September 29, 2018 16:52 UTC