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Explore our collection of articles, PDFs, and helpful links to deepen your understanding of mental health, TBI, and trauma-informed support.

Information to Support Your Healing and Understanding

This resource library provides educational materials to help individuals, families, and caregivers navigate trauma, brain injury recovery, and mental health challenges. If you’re looking for ongoing care, explore our list of services.

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Trauma‑Informed Resources

Helping Children and Adolescents Cope With Traumatic Events

Learn about how disasters and traumatic events can impact children and teens, recognize common signs of distress, and read more about ways parents and caregivers can support healing and resilience through this resource from the National Institute of Mental Health.

What does Trauma-Informed Communication Look Like?

The Arizona Trauma Institute shows what trauma-informed communication looks like in everyday interactions and read more about practical ways to build trust, practice empathy, communicate clearly, and create safe, supportive conversations.

Nervous System Regulation Strategies

Learn about practical ways to calm and regulate the nervous system, explore grounding techniques, and read more about strategies that can help reduce stress, improve emotional balance, and support overall well-being.

Understanding Trauma and PTSD

Learn about how trauma can affect mental and physical health, recognize common symptoms of PTSD, and read more about how people respond to traumatic experiences and when to seek support from the Mental Health America.

TBI Resources

Underage Drinking, Driving, and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

This helpful blog from Lawrence & Associates Accident & Injury Lawyers explains the risks, warning signs, and prevention strategies for teen drinking and driving; one of the leading causes of traumatic brain injury (TBI) in young people.

Neurological Symptoms of Concussion

Learn about the neurological symptoms of a concussion from the Brain Research Foundation. The signs, how it can affect you, and the recovery process.

10 Ways to Manage Depression After a TBI

Managing depression after a TBI is tough. Here are 10 things to try in addition to seeking professional help.

Psychology Today: Traumatic Brain Injury

What is a TBI? How common are they? How can it affect a persons behavior? Click here for answers to all these questions and more.

Traumatic Brain Injury Explained by the NIH

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke explains the most common questions about a TBI and how to receive treatment.

Understanding TBI

Traumatic Brain Injuries can range from mild to severe. This guide is to help you understand TBI’s symptoms, causes, and types, so you can recognize and seek treatment immediately.

National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)

A nationwide nonprofit membership organization that supports and connects Protection & Advocacy systems across the U.S. to protect and advance the legal and civil rights of people with disabilities through advocacy, training, and systems change.

Department of Defense (DoD) Worldwide TBI Numbers

A data resource from BIAMI summarizing official U.S. military statistics on traumatic brain injuries among service members, including trends, severity breakdowns, and annual diagnosis reports.

General Mental Health Resources

Mental Health Myths & Misconceptions

Explore 5 mental health myths/misconceptions and the reality of them.

Mental Health Tips

Our team has come up with 5 great tips for everyday well-being. Read them all and take a few minutes to think of ways you can implement them into your everyday life.

Tips For Managing Holiday Stress

The holidays aren't the "most wonderful time of the year" for everyone. For some, the holidays come with a lot of stress, pain, and loneliness. Here are 6 tips for managing all of these valid emotions.

College Planning for Students with Physical Disabilities

A helpful guide for students with physical disabilities exploring college, including accommodations, accessibility resources, disability services, and tips for navigating higher education successfully.

Michigan-Specific Support

We Can’t Wait Michigan

A Michigan-based advocacy organization offering support, education, and resources for individuals and families impacted by catastrophic auto injuries and changes to Michigan’s no-fault insurance system.

Michigan Alliance for Families

A statewide resource that provides free information, support, and training to help families of children with disabilities navigate special education services, including IEPs, rights, and school supports.

Michigan Resource Guide for Persons with TBI and Their Families

A comprehensive statewide directory of services, supports, and educational resources designed to help individuals with brain injury, caregivers, and professionals navigate available care and community assistance in Michigan.

Important Information About Working with Persons with Brain Injury and Their Families (English Version)

A professional resource guide that explains how brain injuries can affect behavior, cognition, and communication, and offers strategies for effectively supporting individuals with brain injury in care, work, and community settings.

Guía para Proveedores de Lesión Cerebral (Versión en Español)

A Spanish-language brochure from BIAMI that helps service providers understand brain injury and offers practical guidance for effectively supporting individuals and families affected by brain injury.

Guide for Service Providers Working with Individuals with Brain Injury (Arabic Version)

An Arabic-language BIAMI resource that helps service providers understand brain injury and offers practical guidance for effectively supporting individuals and families affected by brain injury.

Michigan Legal Help

A free online resource that provides easy-to-understand legal information, step-by-step guides, and self-help tools to help Michigan residents navigate common legal issues and court processes without an attorney.

Disability Rights Michigan (DRM)

A statewide nonprofit advocacy organization that protects and advances the legal rights of people with disabilities through legal assistance, education, investigations, and systems advocacy across Michigan.

Michigan Auto No-Fault Law Explained

A detailed overview of Michigan’s no-fault insurance system, explaining how accident benefits, personal protection insurance (PIP), and liability claims work after a crash and what drivers need to know about coverage and legal rights.

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