The self determination model: an approach to develop awareness for survivors of traumatic brain injury

Article type: Research Article

Authors: DeHope, Eli^{a; *} | Finegan, Joanne^{b; **}

Affiliations: [a] Clinical Director, Supported Living System, ReMed, 625 Ridge Pike, Building C, Conshohocken, PA 19428, USA | [b] Vice President of Operations, ReMed, 625 Ridge Pike, Building C, Conshohocken, PA 19428, USA

Correspondence: [*] E-mail: edehop@remed.com

Correspondence: [**] Tel.: +1 610 834 1300; Fax: +1 610 941 9477; E-mail: finegan@remed.com

Abstract: This article reports on the use of a theoretical model addressing integrated self-awareness in the treatment of individuals with traumatic brain injury. The Self- Determination Model, developed by ReMed a community-based provider of post-acute services, is presented here along with three case studies. The ability for an individual with a traumatic brain injury to monitor their own behavior is essential to increase their levels of independence in their activities of daily living and in handling social situations. The Self-determination Model is an interventive practice model to assist individuals in home and community based long-term rehabilitation settings in developing self-awareness.

Keywords: brain injury, clinical treatment, self-awareness, self-determination, community re-entry

DOI: 10.3233/NRE-1999-13101

Journal: NeuroRehabilitation, vol. 13, no. 1, pp. 3-12, 1999