Comprehensive approaches to Traumatic Brain Injury: bridging physical, emotional, and social dimensions for global health care.
5 affiliations
- 1Department of Public Health, St Francis University College of Health and Allied Sciences, Tanzania.
- 2Research Department, Association of Future African Neurosurgeons, Cameroon.
- 3Research Division, Winners Foundation, Cameroon.
- 4Faculty of Health Sciences, Egerton University, Kenya.
- 5Department of Surgery and Specialties, University of Yaounde, Cameroon.
Abstract
Introduction
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a significant global health issue, affecting millions annually and resulting in physical, cognitive, emotional, and social challenges. While medical management, including neurosurgical interventions and rehabilitation, is well-documented, the emotional, psychological, and social dimensions of TBI remain underexplored. This gap in understanding hinders the development of holistic approaches to care.Method
This article adopts an interdisciplinary approach, synthesizing existing literature to analyze the multifaceted impacts of TBI, as a narrative review rather than a systematic review; no formal search protocol, study screening, or quality appraisal was applied. Special focus is placed on the long-term consequences for individuals, families, and healthcare systems, with particular attention to the disparities faced by low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).Result
This narrative synthesis highlights the pervasive effects of TBI on quality of life, including persistent emotional and social challenges that are often overlooked in standard care practices. Drawing on this synthesis rather than on original data, we argue that current global health strategies inadequately address these dimensions, particularly in LMICs, where access to long-term rehabilitation and integrated care is limited and varies substantially across settings.Conclusion
A more comprehensive approach to TBI management is essential, one that integrates physical, cognitive, emotional, and social dimensions. Addressing these aspects through improved global health strategies can enhance recovery outcomes and improve the quality of life for individuals with TBI and their caregivers, particularly in resource-constrained settings.
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BibTeX
@article{edward2026comprehensive,
title = {{Comprehensive approaches to Traumatic Brain Injury: bridging physical, emotional, and social dimensions for global health care.}},
author = {Majani Edward and Berjo Takoutsing and Oloruntoba Ogunfolaji and Derlyne Nyakara and Gbassara KoulagnaBoris},
journal = {Annals of medicine},
year = {2026},
month = oct,
doi = {10.1080/07853890.2026.2751752},
url = {https://europepmc.org/article/MED/42908341},
note = {CC BY-NC},
}
RIS
TY - JOUR
TI - Comprehensive approaches to Traumatic Brain Injury: bridging physical, emotional, and social dimensions for global health care.
AU - Majani Edward
AU - Berjo Takoutsing
AU - Oloruntoba Ogunfolaji
AU - Derlyne Nyakara
AU - Gbassara KoulagnaBoris
PY - 2026
DA - 2026/10/22
JO - Annals of medicine
DO - 10.1080/07853890.2026.2751752
UR - https://europepmc.org/article/MED/42908341
AB - Introduction Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a significant global health issue, affecting millions annually and resulting in physical, cognitive, emotional, and social challenges. While medical management, including neurosurgical interventions and rehabilitation, is well-documented, the emotional, psychological, and social dimensions of TBI remain underexplored. This gap in understanding hinders the development of holistic approaches to care.Method This article adopts an interdisciplinary approach, synthesizing existing literature to analyze the multifaceted impacts of TBI, as a narrative review rather than a systematic review; no formal search protocol, study screening, or quality appraisal was applied. Special focus is placed on the long-term consequences for individuals, families, and healthcare systems, with particular attention to the disparities faced by low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).Result This narrative synthesis highlights the pervasive effects of TBI on quality of life, including persistent emotional and social challenges that are often overlooked in standard care practices. Drawing on this synthesis rather than on original data, we argue that current global health strategies inadequately address these dimensions, particularly in LMICs, where access to long-term rehabilitation and integrated care is limited and varies substantially across settings.Conclusion A more comprehensive approach to TBI management is essential, one that integrates physical, cognitive, emotional, and social dimensions. Addressing these aspects through improved global health strategies can enhance recovery outcomes and improve the quality of life for individuals with TBI and their caregivers, particularly in resource-constrained settings.
SN - 0785-3890
SN - 1365-2060
ER -