Sometimes TBIs are overlooked in older adults because the symptoms can resemble other conditions like dementia.
About one-quarter (23 percent) of the survey respondents experienced a TBI when they were younger than 50.
For some, its not a one-time thing.
About one in five adults 50-plus (22 percent) have had two or more TBIs.
The results of these injuries can be significant and debilitating.
There are also clear mental health implications.
Impacted adults also indicate lower mental well-being scores.
The findings are similarly low for respondents anticipating harm from head injuries in a car accident.
Still, most older adults said they want to learn how to reduce their chances of getting hurt.
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Adults 65-plus are at greatest risk.
