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About 55 million people worldwide have traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), and nearly 1% of the global population lives with a medically treated brain injury. In Beverly Hills, California, expert adult psychiatrist Dr. Rod Amiri treats these injuries to maximize cognition and mental health. Schedule a mental health evaluation with Rod Amiri, MD, by calling his office or requesting a visit online today.
What is a TBI?
TBIs are injuries that damage the brain, often occurring after a jolt or violent blow to your head or an object going through brain tissue (such as a bullet). These injuries affect thousands of people in the United States each year.
While mild injuries may cause temporary symptoms, more severe injuries could result in long-term damage and complications. See Dr. Amiri if you or a loved one has lasting effects or mental health concerns stemming from a TBI.
Which symptoms can TBIs cause?
TBI can cause the following symptoms:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headaches
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Loss of balance
- Speech problems
- Ringing in the ears
- Blurred vision
- Changes in taste or smell
- Light or sound sensitivity
- Loss of consciousness
You might experience behavioral, cognitive, or mental health concerns, such as:
- Feeling dazed
- Confusion
- Memory problems
- Difficulty concentrating
- Disorientation
- Mood swings
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Nervousness
- Irritability
- Grogginess
- Difficulty sleeping
- Sleeping more than usual
The type and severity of head injury you sustain determines which symptoms you’ll experience and how to best treat them. You could hit your head playing sports, being in a car accident, falling, or working at a physically demanding job.
How are TBIs diagnosed?
Diagnosing a TBI involves physical and neurological exams, a CT scan or MRI, and a review of your medical history, symptoms, and how the injury occurred.
Dr. Amiri also completes a psychiatric evaluation to assess your overall cognitive and mental health and well-being. If you’re a candidate for medication, he uses GeneSight® genetic testing to establish the most appropriate medicines based on your genetic makeup.
How are traumatic brain injuries treated?
Treating a TBI may involve physical and occupational therapy, speech therapy, rehabilitation programs, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), or other forms of psychotherapy to help you overcome mental health and cognition challenges linked to a brain injury.
Dr. Amiri offers medication management, lifestyle counseling, psychotherapy, and combinations of treatments to help you overcome challenges related to your injury. He works with you to optimize your mental health and maintain the best quality of life possible after a TBI.
Schedule an evaluation with Dr. Rod Amiri by calling his office or using the online booking feature today.