09/01/2025
🧠 September is Concussion Awareness Month
Understanding, Preventing, and Supporting Recovery
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt that disrupts brain function. They can happen to anyone—during sports, accidents, falls, or even everyday activities.
💡 Why Awareness Matters
Concussions aren’t always visible. Along with physical symptoms, there can be cognitive and emotional changes that impact daily life. Early recognition and proper care can make a big difference in recovery.
🚩 Common Signs & Symptoms
Physical: Headache, dizziness, nausea, blurred vision, sensitivity to light/noise, fatigue
Cognitive: Trouble concentrating, memory problems, feeling “foggy” or slowed down
Emotional: Anxiety, irritability, depression, mood swings, sleep disturbances
Behavioral: Impulsivity, frustration, social withdrawal, difficulty with decisions
💚 Supporting Recovery
✔ Rest—both body & brain
✔ Gradual return to activities
✔ Gentle brain exercises as symptoms improve
✔ Mindfulness & relaxation techniques
✔ Good sleep habits
✔ Seek professional support if symptoms persist
🤝 How You Can Help
Recognize symptoms beyond the physical
Encourage medical evaluation after any head injury
Support rest without pressure
Validate emotional struggles—these are real
Promote helmet use & safe play
💜 We’re Here to Help
If you or a loved one is recovering from a concussion and experiencing ongoing mood, concentration, or stress challenges, PsychSolutions offers trauma-informed counselling to support brain and emotional healing.
📞 780-710-9567
🌐 psychsolutions.ca/contact/
Disclaimer: This post is for information purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. PsychSolutions does not provide crisis services. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department. In Canada, you can also call or text 988 for su***de prevention support.