#13 Uncovering the Untold Impact of TBI on Women: A Conversation with Paula D. Walters
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Join us for a powerful episode as Paula D. Walters, a passionate advocate and survivor of traumatic brain injury (TBI), sheds light on the unique challenges women face in TBI recovery. Paula shares her personal journey of resilience, the gaps in trauma-informed care, and why education and awareness are critical for better support systems. Discover how her advocacy is changing the conversation around TBI in women and what we can do to help. Tune in for an inspiring and eye-opening discussion on the hidden struggles and triumphs of women living with TBI.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
03:05 The Impact of TBI in Women
06:24 Paula's Journey and Advocacy
13:26 The Lack of Education and Awareness
18:19 The Challenges of Diagnosis and Treatment
23:49 Lifelong Consequences and the Need for Change
26:10 Understanding the Impacts of Trauma on Brain Health
29:04 Challenges in Finding the Right Doctors and Treatments
37:43 Advocating for Survivors and Raising Awareness
Learn more about Paula and her work by clicking the links below!
Website: www.thecourageoussurvivor.com
LinkedIn: Paula D Walters
Instagram: thecourageoussurvivor
YouTube: @PDW-thecourageoussurvivor
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Chapter
1. #13 Uncovering the Untold Impact of TBI on Women: A Conversation with Paula D. Walters (00:00:00)
2. Overlooked (00:00:11)
3. Alternative Brain Healing Methods and Resistance (00:16:05)
4. Medical Misdiagnoses and Lifelong Consequences (00:20:20)
5. Holistic Approach to Brain Health (00:31:58)
6. Crucial Conversations on Brain Injury (00:39:22)
7. Empowering Advocacy for Brain Health (00:47:11)
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