Brain & Mental Health Resource Hub

Welcome to our resource hub. Whether you are navigating a concussion, looking to optimize your mental health, or seeking community support, we have curated a collection of trusted organizations, podcasts, and tools to support your journey.

Podcasts for the Mind

Concussion & Migraine Specific

Ask Concussion Doc – Expert advice on concussion recovery and the latest research.

Concussion Stories – Real-life recovery journeys and shared experiences.

The Post Concussion Podcast – Support and practical tips for life after a head injury.

The Headache Doctor – Strategies and medical insights for managing chronic headaches.

Migraine Talks – Discussions navigating life, triggers, and treatments for migraines.

Healing & Mindfulness Audio

Concussion & Brain Injury Education

Parachute Canada: Concussions

Comprehensive, evidence-based guidelines on concussion prevention, recognition, and management in Canada.

Brain Injury Canada

A national network providing education, advocacy, and support for individuals navigating life after a brain injury.

NIH: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Detailed medical information, research updates, and fact sheets from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT)

Developed by the BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit, this free, evidence-based tool provides specialized concussion training modules for students, athletes, and healthcare professionals.

Mental Health & Community Wellness

BC Brain Wellness Program

Interactive, lifestyle-based programs and classes designed to support brain health and foster a strong community.

Here2Talk

Free, confidential, 24/7 mental health counseling and community referral services available specifically for post-secondary students in BC.

Brite Canada

Resources focused on student well-being, resilience, and promoting positive mental health strategies.

Rehabilitation, Movement & Exercises

Vancouver Coastal Health: Physical Therapy & Rehab

Publicly funded regional resources and clinical programs for physical recovery.

Simpl Mobility: The Journey

Specific, guided physical exercises to regulate the nervous system and promote calmness.

Reading & Recovery Stories

A number of books can be useful for individuals recovering from concussion or TBI, spanning personal experiences, scientific insight, and collective narratives. Many people find that reading memoirs and recovery narratives helps them feel less alone and more understood, especially when purely clinical explanations do not capture the lived experience of their symptoms (Wake Up Brain, n.d.).

Racing to the Finish: My Story

By Dale Earnhardt Jr. & R. McGee (2018) In this memoir, former NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. reflects on how repeated concussions ultimately influenced his career and decision to retire, revealing his physical and emotional struggles with symptoms and slow recovery. His journey also emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing concussion signs rather than hiding them.

The Ghost in My Brain

By Clark Elliott (2016) Clark Elliott describes his own prolonged recovery after a concussion and interweaves the story with discussions on brain plasticity and how targeted cognitive strategies supported his healing. This book is often recommended in concussion communities for understanding symptoms and recovery strategies.

Impact: Women Writing After Concussion

Edited by E. D. Morin & J. Cawthorne (2021) This anthology brings together essays by women who have lived through concussion or TBI, sharing personal reflections on loss, identity shifts, and coping. It provides a range of voices that validate the varied emotional experiences associated with brain injury.

Most Likely to Survive

By J. Kirchmyer & M. Faulkner (2013) This memoir recounts Matthew Faulkner’s recovery from a severe TBI after a car accident, including long hospital stays and rehabilitation, making it a powerful story of resilience and recovery for survivors and caregivers alike.

Passage to Nirvana

By Lee Carlson (2010) Lee Carlson blends personal memoir with reflections on healing after a brain injury. His narrative emphasizes emotional acceptance, redefining purpose, and finding meaning post‑injury, which many readers find both empathetic and inspiring.

🎧 Tip for Post-Concussion Reading: Readers often encounter challenges that make reading difficult after an injury. When reading remains hard due to cognitive symptoms, audiobooks are a helpful alternative to reduce cognitive strain while still engaging with supportive material (Wake Up Brain, n.d.).

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