In this episode of Brain Injury Bites, Brooke Trotter and Ashwini Kamath discuss dating and relationships after brain injury, from awkward first dates to more profound questions of identity, confidence and communication.
Brooke shares personal stories from his early experiences with dating apps, speed dating and social anxiety, as well as the emotional challenges that came with memory problems, fatigue and wanting to “seem normal.” Together, they explore the impact that brain injury can have on both new and long-term relationships.
They explore:
- How brain injury affects confidence, spontaneity and communication
- The emotional and cognitive impact of dating with memory problems
- Navigating honesty, timing and how much to share with new partners
- The pressure to return to who you were before the injury
- Understanding what long-term partners and carers may go through
- Why relationship education and support are just as important for spouses
Whether you're looking to meet someone new or support a partner through recovery, this episode offers honest insight into the emotional realities of love, dating, and connection after brain injury.
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