Aim:of this study was to examine the Twitter experiences and networks of six adults with cognitive-communication disability after a traumatic brain injury (TBI).Method:Using mixed methods, the study integrated: (a) quantitative analysis of Twitter networks using computational and manual coding of tweets; and (b) narrative analysis of in-depth interviews.Results:Diverse experiences were evident, with two experienced and four novice users of the platform. However, all reported feeling connected and included, and identified both positive and negative experiences in their use of Twitter. Developing a supportive network facilitated higher frequency of tweets and increased feelings of enjoyment and connectedness. All expressed a desire to continue using or learning to use Twitter but novices lacked support from rehabilitation professionals or experienced Twitter users, and relied instead on a “trial and error” approach.Conclusion:Proactive integration of Twitter use during rehabilitation after TBI is warranted to support safe, enjoyable, and meaningful use.

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“如果我知道我在 Twitter 上做什么，那么我会更多地使用它”：Twitter 经历和创伤性脑损伤 (TBI) 患者网络

目的：本研究旨在检查六名患有创伤性脑损伤（TBI）后认知沟通障碍的成年人的 Twitter 体验和网络。方法：使用混合方法，该研究整合了：（a）使用计算的 Twitter 网络的定量分析推文的手动编码；(b) 深度访谈的叙述分析。结果：不同的体验很明显，有两个经验丰富的平台用户和四个新手用户。然而，所有人都报告说他们感到被联系和包容，并确定了他们在使用 Twitter 时的积极和消极体验。发展一个支持性网络促进了更高频率的推文，并增加了享受和联系的感觉。