Real stories

In 2005, Saqlain sustained a brain injury in a car accident. Last year he was awarded his PhD in Cell Biology by Brunel University London. Saqlain shares his story and tips.

Three years after Haydn’s life-threatening accident, which resulted in a brain injury, Haydn has finished another year at college with great success.

Henry was diagnosed with encephalitis at the age of four. Mum Andrea talks about changes in his behaviour following his brain injury and seeking support.

Connor was 14 when he had a stroke and subsequent brain injury. He has recently celebrated passing his exams at college.

Mum Amanda talks about her daughter’s experience of transitioning from Year 6 to Year 7 and shares her tips and how she got support.

Mum Holli talks about how supportive her teenage son’s school has been following his acquired brain injury two years ago – and shares the lessons learnt.

Teenager Michael talks about returning to school after a brain injury – he shares his feelings and the strategies used.

Teenager Liam shares his positive experiences on the return to school after a brain injury.

A kick from a horse left eight-year-old Isaac with a brain injury.