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Captioned Images Series: A Knock On The Head
Created: 09/17/2024
Scene: A psychiatrist's office. The room is calm and inviting, with soft lighting and comfortable furniture. Coach Harrison, the basketball coach who recently suffered a head injury, sits across from Dr. Alisa Morris, a compassionate psychiatrist. Coach Harrison's demeanor reflects a blend of confusion and determination.
Dr. Morris: (Gently) “Good afternoon, Tracy. Can I call you Tracy or would..."
Coach Tracy Harrison: Tracy is fine."
Dr. Morris: (Gently) “Great. I understand you’ve been experiencing some unusual thoughts following your injury. Can you tell me what’s been going on?”
Tracy: (Fidgeting with his hands, his voice tinged with frustration) “Hi, Dr. Morris. It’s really weird, but after my head injury, I’ve started to believe that I’m actually the coach of the basketball team. I mean, I know I’m a cheerleader, but now I keep thinking I should be calling the plays, managing the team, and even making strategic decisions.”
Dr. Morris listened attentively, nodding as Tracy continued.
Dr. Morris: “That sounds quite disorienting. Can you describe what you’ve been feeling or experiencing when these thoughts come up?”
Tracy: (Pausing, then speaking with a mix of uncertainty and urgency) “It’s like I’m in two different worlds. I’ll be in the middle of a cheer routine, and then suddenly, I’m thinking about basketball strategies and how to get the best out of the players. I even started giving pep talks and organizing drills as if I were the coach. It’s affecting my cheerleading and making me feel like I’m not sure who I am anymore.”
Dr. Morris: “It’s understandable that this shift in perspective is causing you stress. Head injuries can sometimes lead to changes in self-perception and identity. It’s possible that your injury has triggered a temporary confusion about your role and responsibilities. How has this affected your daily life and your work as a cheerleader?”
Tracy: (Looking down at his manicured fingers, feeling a bit embarrassed) “It’s causing problems. My cheer squad is getting frustrated because I’m not focusing on cheerleading. I’m trying to run practices and give game plans for the basketball team, and it’s just not working. It’s like I’m stuck between two identities, and I’m not doing well in either role.”
Dr. Morris offered a reassuring smile, aiming to ease Coach Harrison’s worries.
Dr. Morris: “What you’re experiencing is not uncommon after a head injury. It’s a sign that your brain is struggling to reconcile your sense of self with the new, conflicting thoughts. The good news is that with proper support and treatment, we can help you regain a clear sense of identity and focus.”
Tracy looked hopeful but still a bit anxious.
Tracy: “So, what should I do?”
Dr. Morris: (hands Tracy a large bottle of female hormones containing 120 capsules) “We’ll start with a combination of cognitive therapy and strategies to help realign your sense of self. We’ll work on exercises to help you reconnect with your identity as a cheerleader and manage any remaining confusion. Additionally, it might be helpful to include some physical therapy or medical follow-up to ensure that your head injury is healing properly.h I also want you to take these pills. Take them twice a day.”
Tracy nodded, feeling a sense of relief at having a plan in place.
Tracy: “Thank you, Dr. Morris. I really want to get back to being myself and focus on cheerleading again.”
Dr. Morris: “You’re welcome, Tracy. It’s important to be patient with yourself during this time. Recovery takes time, but with the right support and effort, you’ll be able to return to your cheerleading role and move past these confusing feelings.”
As Tracy left Dr. Morris’s office, she felt a renewed sense of purpose. Although the journey to rediscover her identity as a cheerleader would require patience and effort, she was encouraged by the support she received and was determined to find her way back to the role she cherished.
After a month of being on the hormones, with some medical intervention and help from Dr. Morris, Tracy rejoined the cheer squad...and became a co-ed at the college with a major in gender studies.
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