@martinvandyk Has it been a long time since your injury? I think it took me about 2-3 years before I could have a conversation in a group. After 4 years I’m finally back to reading with comprehension.
One exercise my cognitive therapist suggested was to start with simply written books (without complex language). After reading the first paragraph, I stopped and closed my eyes while trying to recall the first sentence. Then I progressed to a page- remember the first sentence (approximately) and tried to recall the action or content. It a was often slow going and tedious. I would often get a headache and have to rest or stop altogether.
Printed material is much easier than digital still.
But!! The good news is that it has come back to me and now I can read the news and books for pleasure! I started with Elizabeth Strout books because her language is straight forward and chapters are short. I still cannot get through very technical or overly factual reading without taking notes, and sometimes I just have to stop because I get mired and my brain starts spinning. I am definitely improving over time.
I hope that helps. Go easy on yourself. Good luck on your journey.!