%newline%Support groups are integral parts of the Brian Injury Association of Georgia’s (BIAG) efforts to assist survivors of brain injury, their families and friends. A support group’s most important function is to provide a safe environment for its members, in which there is a sharing of mutual...
%newline%Support groups are integral parts of the Brian Injury Association of Georgia’s (BIAG) efforts to assist survivors of brain injury, their families and friends. A support group’s most important function is to provide a safe environment for its members, in which there is a sharing of mutual emotional support. The support group is based on the belief that acceptance by and connections with others is critical in the healing process from trauma. Members can be survivors, family members, friends and professional providers.
%newline%The benefits of a brain injury support group are numerous and can include the following:
%newline%?Emotional healing comes through interpersonal contact
%newline%?Sharing of similar experiences helps members feel less isolated and more empowered to deal with daily challenges
%newline%?Encouragement develops from learning about the achievements of others that have overcome similar difficulties
%newline%?Contribution helps support group members feel useful and gives meaning to their lives
%newline%?Education results from the exchange of information and personal experiences
%newline%?Socialization establishes and maintains important connections with people and enhances confidence in social skills
%newline%?Self-expression, as emotions are experienced and released, creates a greater understanding of oneself and one's capabilities
%newline%?Confidence building results as members self-direct the support group and work on the problems they all have in common
%newline%?Safety, in the context of a confidential, supportive, non-judgmental environment, allows for honest self-expression and confidence building
%newline%?A Sense of Growth occurs as long-term members see new participants and reminisce about where they began and how far they have come in their personal journey
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%newline%For a listing of our support groups around the State of Georgia visit www.braininjurygeoriga.org - services page(more)
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