Matrix features on Zetland FM as part of Brain Injury week

"Brain development is complex and prolonged. Brain plasticity is influenced by a range of factors. Plasticity provides a base for neuro-rehab therapies and treatment"

"We would like to see earlier identification and support for children with brain injuries to help them succeed in school."

"Often families don't have the financial capability to access services. We need to rethink how we delivery neuro-rehab services to children and young people"

"Poor parenting styles affects children's behavior; increased their learning disability; and had a negative impact on emotions; anxiety; anger management post brain injury"

"Too often children and young people with ABI are discharged from hospital without specialist brain support that they and their families need to overcome lifelong challenges"

"Families and professionals spend time focusing on the negative aspects of ABI. Families need to be properly supported as 'resilience' is key to delivering successful outcomes for children and young people."

"When different organisations assess different aspects of a child's neuro-rehabilitation needs, everyone looks at things from a different perspective and highlight needs and conflicting priorities"

"More play increases brain plasticity and makes for better recovery post brain injury"

"Thousands of children and young people living in the UK today without the help and support that can make a huge difference to their lives"

"We need to harness the power of brain plasticity for treating children and young people with brain injury. Stressful experiences alter brain development of a child, especially at the key ages of 0-3 and at ages 10-16"