Provision of services for students with traumatic brain injury: A survey of Ohio colleges

Author(s): DePompei, R.

Journal/Book: J Head Trauma Rehabil. 1997; 12: 7201 Mckinney Circle, Frederick, MD 21701. Aspen Publ Inc. 67-77.

Abstract: Objective: A study was performed to determine (1) the nature of services provided for students with traumatic brain injury (TBI) by offices of disability services (ODSs) in colleges and universities across the state of Ohio and (2) these offices' awareness of such students. Design: A telephone survey was used to obtain data from 74 public, private, and community colleges in Ohio. Subjects and Main Outcome Measures: ODS counselors and other office personnel provided information on ODS service manuals, identification of students with TBI, support services, course requirements, and graduation rates. Conclusions: Findings suggest that (1) provision of services is largely dependent on student self-identification, (2) academic and psychological supports are needed most, and (3) few ODS offices include TBI in pamphlets detailing their services.

Note: Article Harris JR, Ohio State Univ, Dept Speech & Hearing Sci, 110 Pressey Hall, 1070 Carmack Rd, Columbus,OH 43210 USA

Keyword(s): college students with disabilities; traumatic brain injury; university services

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