Brain injury is known to be a major factor in impacting maturational development and affecting outcomes for young adults. Neuroscientific research identifies that the typical adult male brain is not fully formed until at least their mid-20s.

This research reviews what policies and practices are in place for young adults (aged 17-25 years) which recognise both Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and maturity. It also considers what needs to happen to ensure that practice for this cohort is as effective as possible taking into account available resources and policy priorities.

Published in March 2024 by the Acquired Brain Injury Network and the UK Acquired Brain Injury Forum.