The Experiences of Social Connection and Isolation in Adults With Acquired Brain Injury: A Qualitative Systematic Review and Metasynthesis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

During recovery from an acquired brain injury (ABI), social isolation is a common experience that can lead to adverse outcomes. Although social connection is known to play a critical role in alleviating these effects, the ways in which ABI survivors experience and prioritise connection and isolation are not well understood. This review aims to understand how these concepts are perceived, identify the valued outcomes, and examine the social contexts that shape these experiences.

Method

Peer-reviewed qualitative articles published before January 2025 were identified from a search of six databases and additional complementary searches. These encompassed the terms 'acquired brain injury', 'social connection and/or isolation' and 'qualitative'. Of 4651 papers identifie

SUBMITTER: Ayden J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12415711 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature