Information and Resources for Educators
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ConcussionLink
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"I may look fine, but I'm not..."
The resources provided here are to help educate administrators and teachers on the type of support that needs to be offered to each student, while recovering, that has sustained a concussion. It is very important to know what to expect on the return of someone after a concussion. They may look completely healthy, but at the same time can be struggling as they figure out how to manage their recovery. Please understand that each person recovers in a different way. Give them time and listen to what they have to say, especially when asking for a break.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has a wealth of valuable resources to help schools and educators provide the right support for concussion sufferers. Information is available here regarding:
- what is a concussion?
- what are the danger signs?
- how can I recognize a concussion?
- what do I need to know about a student's
return to school after a concussion?Here you will find the Fact Sheet from the HeadsUp To Schools initiative.ImPACT (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing) is the first, most-widely used, and most scientifically validated computerized concussion evaluation system. A baseline and follow-up ImPACT test can help with a more accurate diagnosis and recovery after a concussion.
The Children's Hospital in Colorado has laid out the steps that need to be taken to getting to know a concussion and how to offer the appropriate accommodations to a student.
