Concussion Awareness Now

It's a myth that you should "wait and see" how you feel after a head injury. Brains are internal organs and it's hard to say what’s going on with yours without getting it checked out by a medical professional. If you hit it, get it checked! Learn more concussion facts by joining our free "Concussion Myth Busters" webinar on March 25 at 2 p.m. Register here: https://bit.ly/4hux9i1

We are sending our best wishes to meteorologist Lonnie Quinn as he takes time away from work to recover from a concussion. Thank you for sharing your story and helping to raise awareness about concussion.? ? Brains are internal organs and after a blow or jolt to the head, it’s hard to say what’s going on with yours without getting it checked out by a medical professional. While everyone's concussion experience?is unique, it's important to know the symptoms to look for and follow up to get the help you need. Learn more on our website and read more about Lonnie's story here:?https://lnkd.in/gnPbdA_X

You might have heard, "Every concussion looks the same." That is a myth. The fact is that each brain injury is unique, presenting different symptoms in different people. Don't dismiss your symptoms because they don't match someone else's experience. Want to learn more concussion facts? Join our free "Concussion Myth Busters" webinar on March 25 at 2 p.m. Register here: https://bit.ly/4hux9i1

According to a recent BIAA poll, 81% of adults incorrectly believe that concussions are different from traumatic brain injuries. Want to learn more concussion facts? Join our free webinar on March 25 at 2 p.m. ET to hear from a panel of experts and community advocates who will dispel common concussion myths. Register now here: https://bit.ly/4hux9i1

While some believe that it's not a concussion if you don't lose consciousness, many who experience concussion never lose consciousness. Any blow to the head that causes symptoms should be taken seriously and evaluated by a medical professional. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3KMMfB9

Many do not know that concussions aren’t just “invisible injuries”—they’re also brain injuries. And, every March, millions of brain injury survivors, caregivers, families, healthcare professionals, and advocates unite for Brain Injury Awareness Month, a vital initiative led by the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA). Learn how you can get involved here: https://bit.ly/3DmiIPe

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to remind everyone about the importance of preventing concussions, recognizing the signs and symptoms, and seeking treatment. This month, commit to recognizing the signs of concussion in yourself and others. Visit the Concussion Awareness Now website (https://lnkd.in/gMP3RhD8) for resources to help you understand what a concussion is, what to look out for, and how to get it checked out. Follow our posts all month long to learn facts you can share to Start the Conversation by Busting Concussion Myths.

When recovering from a brain injury, finding your way back to activities you love can feel overwhelming. That's where recreational therapy comes in. As the American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) Tara Shibbani explains, "Brain injury is a life-changing experience. It can change everything we know to be true about ourselves." But through personalized therapeutic recreation—from art to sports to nature activities—survivors are finding new paths to joy and meaning. Learn how recreational therapists are helping brain injury survivors: ??Discover their "flow state" ??Reconnect with their communities ??Find purpose beyond productivity ??Create new meanings for recovery In honor of International Recreational Therapy Month, read our full interview with Tara about ATRA and the power of recreational therapy: https://bit.ly/41hodGO

Concussions can be scary. Keep in mind these three steps if you suspect you or someone you know has sustained a concussion: 1. Stop and assess the situation. 2. Look for symptoms. And, 3. Get it checked by a medical professional. Learn more about concussions here: https://bit.ly/3u22a9Y

Everything that makes you unique is in your brain. If you hit your head, don't wait to seek medical attention.