Tips and information on concussion symptoms, treatment and recovery in children
Tip cards on mild brain injury in children have information on immediate and long-term effects of concussions in children at home and in school. They include information on types of concussion, returning to school and sports, identifying symptoms, monitoring recovery, and providing support and accommodations in school. They are written for use by parents, educators, school nurses, and coaches.
Concussion information describes early and late signs and consequences of concussions and how to monitor symptoms. Post concussion checklist helps parents, nurses and educators track recovery.
Explains how Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act applies for a student or child with a brain injury in school and how eligibility is determined. Identifies accommodations for learning and teaching for support and assistance in class. Helpful for students with concussion or mild brain injury needing temporary assistance.
Tip card on concussions in sports helps coaches, athletic trainers, parents and school personnel recognize and monitor early and late concussion symptoms in student-athletes. The effects of a sports injury can extend beyond the playing field or practice session to the classroom and activities at home. Tips for athletic staff, parents and educators describe academic supports for the classroom and at home as the student recovers from a concussion.
Describes signs and symptoms of traumatic brain injury and concussion in youths and adults that are often missed or overlooked. Provides checklists for identifying physical, cognitive, behavioral and social changes that may indicate a possible undiagnosed brain injury or concussion.