When the human body sustains an injury to the head there is a possibility of a traumatic brain injury. TBIs are commonly caused by a direct hit to the head, a slip and fall accident, or a car crash.

For those who have suffered a blow to the head, it is important to seek medical attention immediately to determine severity of the injury. A brain injury may cause the victim to become sad as they deal with the aftermath of the injury. For some, it can go beyond being sad and cause them to become depressed.

If you're suffering from a TBI it is important to know the signs of depression. Some of the common symptoms that a brain injury victim in Riverside may experience include:

  • Sadness – It is normal for a person to go through a range of emotions in a given day. This includes being sad or unhappy. It should become a concern when that sadness lasts for a longer than normal period.
  • Frustration – Irritability and frustration are common signs of depression. When depressed, the slightest things may cause a person to become frustrated.
  • Change in appetite – Depression often causes the person to lack an appetite and ultimately lose weight. In some people, it may actually cause increase appetite and weight gain.
  • Worthlessness – Suffering from depression may cause a feeling of worthlessness or guilt. Often a depressed person will fixate on past failures or blame themselves when things aren’t going right.

If you’re suffering from a brain injury caused by the negligence, of another person, you may be entitled to compensation. To discuss your legal options contact a skilled Riverside brain injury attorney at Steinberg. Call 800-989-6385 today for a free case evaluation.

Peter Steinberg
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Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney Since 1982