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What are the signs and symptoms of concussion?

The signs and symptoms of concussion can
show up right after an injury or may not
appear or be noticed until hours or days
after the injury. Be alert for any of the
following signs or symptoms. Also, watch
for changes in how the student is acting or
feeling, if symptoms are getting worse, or if
the student just “doesn’t feel right.”

SIGNS OBSERVED BY TEACHERS AND SCHOOL PROFESSIONALS

• Appears dazed or stunned
• Is confused about events
• Answers questions slowly
• Repeats questions
• Can’t recall events prior to the hit, bump, or fall
• Can’t recall events after the hit, bump, or fall
• Loses consciousness (even briefly)
• Shows behavior or personality changes
• Forgets class schedule or assignments

SYMPTOMS REPORTED BY THE STUDENT

Thinking/Remembering: Emotional:
• Difficulty thinking clearly • Irritable
• Difficulty concentrating or • Sad
remembering • More emotional than usual
• Feeling more slowed down • Nervous
• Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy, or groggy

Physical: Sleep*:
• Headache or “pressure” in head • Drowsy
• Nausea or vomiting • Sleeps less than usual
• Balance problems or dizziness • Sleeps more than usual
• Fatigue or feeling tired • Has trouble falling asleep
• Blurry or double vision
• Sensitivity to light or noise
• Numbness or tingling *Only ask about sleep symptoms if the injury
• Does not “feel right” occurred on a prior day.