Higher TBI Rates Among Prison Populations

According to an article published by the Brain Injury Association of America, "researchers estimate that up to 60% of incarcerated individuals are living with traumatic brain injury (TBI) in our prisons." One study found the rate to be over 85% at one facility. It is also more common for those incarcerated to have multiple TBIs. There are likely numerous reasons for this. Check out the Table of Prevalent TBI Sequelae (at the bottom of the Evidence page) and imagine scenarios where related dysfunctions could lead to trouble with the law--and even more while incarcerated.