Concussion in the Classroom

Concussion is an invisible injury. Because of this, changes in a student's thinking, learning, and behavior may be blamed on other causes. For example, mental fatigue or difficulty concentrating may be misinterpreted as laziness or disinterest. Students themselves might wonder if they’re “crazy” because they can’t see or feel the brain injury, only its effects. Pressures to return to sports or other activities before complete recovery may cause the student, parent, coach, or friend to minimize the symptoms of a concussion.

"Concussion in the Classroom" is a brochure developed to help students, parents, teachers, nurses, guidance counselors, school psychologists, and other school staff better understand the effects of a mild traumatic brain injury, including:

• What is a concussion?
• What are symptoms of a concussion, and how do they affect academic performance?
• Ways to help