Reentry Continuum for Brain Injury
Devan Parrott
Primary Investigator
Brief description of study
This study is partnering with the Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana (RHI) to help recruit participants for a research study looking at addressing needs of and decreasing recidivism for exiting offenders who have previously survived a traumatic brain injury.
Detailed description of study
The overall research objectives of the proposed project are to decrease the rate of recidivism, defined as returning to incarceration within three years of release, as well as reduce the number of violent offenses, through the successful implementation of a continuum of services that addresses the unique needs of the TBI population.
Eligibility of study
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:
- Conditions: brain, brain injury, traumatic brain injury, TBI, neuro, neurology
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Age: 18 years - 100 years
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Gender: All
Eligibility Criteria
1.1 Inclusionary Criteria
· History of moderate to severe TBI
· Ages 18 and older
· Offenders currently serving their sentence at PCF in Greencastle, Indiana
· Approximately eight or less months remaining in their sentence, but no fewer than 5 months remaining in sentence.
1.2 Exclusionary Criteria
· In restricted housing (e.g., solitary confinement)
· Inability to comprehend the study
· Individuals requiring a legally authorized representative (LAR)
