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From Ballet to Brain Advocacy: Alexandra de Roos’s Inspiring Journey
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In this episode of "Broken Brains," host Bruce Parkman welcomes Alexandra de Roos, a former pre-professional ballerina turned brain injury advocate. Alexandra shares her journey from the prestigious School of American Ballet to her unexpected pivot towards advocacy after a severe concussion ended her dance career. Now a student at the University of South Florida, Alexandra is on a mission to raise awareness about traumatic brain injuries and mental health. She discusses the importance of brain health, the challenges of recovery, and her work with nonprofit organizations like the Blue Project. Tune in to hear her inspiring story of resilience and her efforts to make a meaningful impact in the world of brain injury advocacy.
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Chapters
[00:00:00] Introduction
[00:02:15] Alexandra's Background
[00:05:30] Concussion Impact
[00:12:45] Recovery Challenges
[00:20:10] Blue Project
[00:28:00] Arts and Healing
[00:35:20] Advocacy Work
[00:42:50] Future Goals
[00:50:30] Conclusion
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Alexandra DeRuse (00:00:00)
2. From Ballet Career to Brain Injury (00:03:23)
3. Ballet Life and Concussion Symptoms (00:08:44)
4. Brain Health Advocacy Journey (00:13:14)
5. Dance, Neuroplasticity, and Recovery (00:17:27)
6. Insurance Challenges and Mental Health (00:25:46)
7. The Blue Project and Arts Therapy (00:31:22)
8. Advocacy Work and Future Plans (00:42:07)
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