Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) is a term used to describe all types of brain injury that occur after birth.

The brain can be injured as a result of:

  • traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • stroke
  • brain tumour
  • poisoning
  • infection and disease
  • near drowning or other anoxic episodes
  • alcohol and drug abuse.

Queensland Health services for ABI is available across the state. Find out more about Queensland's ABI services and programs.

Last updated: 25 July 2025