Head injury, the most common cause of brain damage in young adults, can produce profound and long-standing effects, leaving the sufferer with psychological and physical problems. This work sets out to provide an accessible, non-technical explanation of the causes of these problems and advice on how to overcome them. The complicated area of claiming compensation and how the legal process works is also explained. This volume is intended for: those coping with head injuries, and their friends and relatives; case managers; outreach workers; therapists; doctors and other hospital professionals.