This section aims to provide broad information only. Decisions about the medical treatment of an individual patient should be made following assessment by a doctor and with consideration to the patient’s medical and psychiatric history.   Guidelines and advice about dosages, indications, contraindications and monitoring requirements may change after publication of this section of the website.  All prescribing decisions should be checked against a current formulary and most recent local and national guidelines. Where possible, seek psychiatric assessment and advice.

 

Treatment of Psychological and Psychiatric Difficulties during the Early Stages of Recovery

Treatment of ongoing Psychological and Psychiatric Difficulties

Potential Harmful Effects of Antipsychotic and Benzodiazepine Medication Following Brain Injury

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