The world we live in - and we ourselves - place a very high value on physical independence. We're raised on the expectation that we will ultimately take care of ourselves. Then, somewhere in there spinal cord injury arrives and everything gets turned around. (from Craig Hospital)
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What did you think about when you were first told you had a spinal cord injury (SCI)? This article is from the Pushin' On Newsletter.
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Depression is a loaded word and sometimes seems taboo or embarrassing to talk about. Maybe the stigma of depression has to do with myths and misconceptions we have about this condition. Perhaps if we dispel some of the myths and focus on facts we can do a better job of dealing with this condition in people with SCI. (from UW Medicine)
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This is the Secondary Conditions of Spinal Cord Impairment Health Education Video Series. This 11-part video series is intended to be equally useful for persons with spinal cord impairments at home or by health and rehabilitation centers for education and training activities.
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Fact Sheets
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Discusses the grief and problems some individuals have adjusting to SCI. Explains how motivation and rational thinking can lead to personal happiness.
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This booklet will address some of the concerns and problems which the family of a person with spinal cord injury (SCI) may experience. It will focus on some of the initial questions and concerns you may have about spinal cord injury, as well as some of the feelings that families, such as yours, often experience as they begin to work through the changes that may have or will occur. Also, this booklet will attempt to address how life may be different, not only for your family member with SCI, but for your entire family.
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Disability Etiquette in Spanish from the United Spinal Association.
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