Real stories

Jake had a brain injury last year following a brain tumour. To help other young people during this time, he’s shared his advice on keeping busy despite the restrictions of lockdown and tiers.

Becki was 14 when she sustained a brain injury after being knocked down. She talks candidly about how her brain injury affected her periods, relationships and starting a family.

Jess, 14, shares her experience of brain injury and the strategies and interests that help her.

Charlotte had a brain injury at age 11. Now, as a young adult, Charlotte is sharing her experience with others.

Jo explains why she’s relieved concussion has hit the headlines and looks back at her experience following a road traffic accident.

Joe, 23, shares his tips on holidaying after a brain injury. Joe was 15 when he sustained a brain injury after his bike collided with a car.

Rebekah, now 23, had a brain tumour when she was 15. She’s written a blog for Action for Brain Injury Week 2019 about living with fatigue.

Connor Lynes had a stroke following a rugby tackle. Since then he has worked tirelessly to raise awareness of childhood stroke and brain injury.

Joe had a head injury in June 2011 following a road traffic accident. He shares his story.

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