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Brain Injury

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The Child Advocate is devoted to children and the parents and professionals that work with them and advocate for them. Brain injury is a serious problem for children and their families, yet is often misdiagnosed. Traumatic brain injury causes numerous psychiatric and mental health problems. Part of this information is presented with the permission of Robyn Smith of The Penn State College of Medicine. The information presented at this site is for general use only and is not intended to provide personal advice or substitute for the advice of a qualified professional. If you have questions about the information presented here, please consult a physician, the resources listed or other professional in your area.

Brain Injury and Misdiagnosis - ODD, OCD and ADHD
Brain Injury in Childhood
Facts for Families - American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

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