QUESTION:

I have a relative who sustained a brain injury in a car accident. Since the accident, he has been very depressed. The counselor he sees confirms that he is "clinically depressed" and recommends consulting a psychiatrist. I am wondering if the brain injury caused this depression or if my family member is just depressed because his life circumstances have changed since the accident. Also, what treatment might a psychiatrist recommend (e.g., are there prescription drugs that are commonly used to treat depression after brain injury)?

QUESTION:

My son has been referred to a psychiatrist for help controlling behavior problems related to a brain injury. He has not been able to lead a normal life since the injury due to mood swings, periods of depression, and angry outbursts that scare the family. My son has an overall lack of self-control that compromises his ability to interact socially and live independently. What should we expect in the way of assistance from the psychiatrist? Is it reasonable to expect drugs to control behavior problems after brain injury?

QUESTION:

What is emotional lability? Are there prescription drugs to treat it?