Hawaii State Department of Education
What is a Concussion?
Definition: head injury with a temporary loss of brain function, concussion can cause a variety of physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms. Concussion may be caused by a blow to the head, or by acceleration forces without a direct impact.
Symptoms... difficulty thinking clearly, feeling slowed , difficulty concentrating, difficulty remembering new information, headache, nausea or vomiting (early on), balance problems, dizzyness, fuzzy or blurry vision, feeling tired, having no energy, sensitivity to light or noise, irritibility, sadness, heightened emotions (more emotional), nervousness or anxiety, sleeping more than usual, sleeping less than usual, trouble falling asleep
Danger signs/when to seek immediate medical attention ... look very drowsy and cannot be awakened, have one pupil larger than the other, have convulsions or seizures, are getting more confused or agitated, slurred speech, repeated vomiting or nausea, weakness, numbness, or decreased coordination
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