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BY: ALISON Two years ago, a concussion left me with lingering debilitation, anxiety, and depression. I went from being an active, busy person with a meaningful career, to not being able to do much of anything. Needless to say, I was not in […]

Dear Reader, Welcome to the first article in my new column, Mind Yourself with Alison. This column is about how you (or someone you care about) can thrive after a brain injury. I will focus on self-help tips, research, and personal experiences. Why? […]

Meditation is often thought of a silent experience, but our new columnist Krista Schilter shares how an active singing meditation can help boost your memory. Read the first post in Krista’s new column – From Root to Rise: A Mindful […]

On April 7th, BIST is hosting a FREE talk on Exploring Concussions: Concussion Facts & Myths AND The latest Research Findings – featuring speakers Dr. Lesley Ruttan of Main St. Psychological Centre and Toronto Rehab; Dr. Carmela Tartaglia, Assistant Professor at […]

BY: MARK KONING I recently went through a re-training session to once again become a mentor in BIST’s peer support program. It felt good, returning to a cause that is both helpful and important. After a two-year stint as a peer mentor, I needed a break. […]

February’s community meeting featured guest speaker, naturopathic doctor Dr. Anne Hussain, ND who gave a talk about using natural methods to boost our energy and get better sleep. Before Dr. Hussain’s talk, BIST member and author Shireen Jeejeebhoy spoke about updating her […]