Slide 1 - by

• Jessica

Slide 2 - What is a concussion?

• “A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that is caused by a blow to the head or body, a fall, or another injury that jars or shakes the brain inside the skull. Although there may be cuts or bruises on the head or face, there may be no other visible signs of a brain injury.”

Slide 3 - What are some ways you could get a concussion?

• Sports
• Falls
• Accidents
• Playground Injuries

Slide 4 - What are some symptoms?

• Headache
• Nasusea
• Balance Problems or Dizziness
• Double Vision
• Sensitivity to Light and Noise
• Feeling Sluggish
• Feeling Foggy or Groggy
• Concentration or Memory Problems
• Confusion
• If you think you’ve had a
• CONCUSSION…
• Don’t hide it.
• Report it.
• Take time to recover

Slide 5 - Who is responsible for keeping athletes safe?

Slide 8 - Thank You!