What happens after a brain is donated?
If your family has donated the brain of a loved one, you may know what we’re talking about when we say there is a sense of comfort from that final gift. Some donor families have told us it’s almost as if their loved one lives on by being a part of neuroscience research. We can relate to these sentiments…the feeling is very meaningful.
Traumatic Brain Injuries: An Incomplete Picture
Now that we know so much more about the brain damage caused by repeated blows to the head, a hard hit on the field lands a little differently with us.
Reducing the Stigma of Mental Illness: Mental Illness Awareness Week
One in five adults experiences a mental health condition each year, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI.) That number isn’t surprising to us—here at The Brain Donor Project.
Managing brain donation plans over time
You’ve registered to donate your brain (or your loved one has.) Now what? Read on for what to do over time to ensure the brain donor’s wishes are fulfilled.
What is a Medical Power of Attorney and why should I consider one?
A Medical Power of Attorney can simplify the process for brain donation.
Mental Illness and Brain Donation: An Interview with Josha A. Gordon
Tish Hevel interviews NIMH Director Joshua A. Gordon about mental illness and brain donation.
Honoring Caregivers
Honoring Caregivers on National Caregivers’ Day…and always
Advances in Epilepsy Research
In recognition of June’s Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Health month, consider these facts about brain donation by a loved one with AD.
20 Reasons to join the next 20,000 brain donors!
In recognition of June’s Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Health month, consider these facts about brain donation by a loved one with AD.
September marks multiple awareness events
In recognition of June’s Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Health month, consider these facts about brain donation by a loved one with AD.
New study shows CTE in young athletes
In recognition of June’s Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Health month, consider these facts about brain donation by a loved one with AD.
What is the NINDS Nonprofit Forum and Why Should People Care?
In recognition of June’s Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Health month, consider these facts about brain donation by a loved one with AD.