Fall makes me think of football.  Football makes me think of concussions.  Do you know the signs of a concussion?

According to Mayo Clinic, most concussions do not cause loss of consciousness.  Things to look for include:

• Headache
• Ringing in the ears
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue or drowsiness
• Blurry vision
• Confusion or feeling as if in a fog
• Amnesia surrounding the traumatic event
• Dizziness or “seeing stars”
• Temporary loss of consciousness (though this doesn’t always occur)
• Slurred speech
• Delayed response to questions
• Dazed appearance
• Forgetfulness, such as repeatedly asking the same question
• Concentration and memory complaints
• Irritability and other personality changes
• Sensitivity to light and noise
• Sleep disturbances
• Psychological adjustment problems and depression
• Disorders of taste and smell

Keep your kiddos safe during this sports season!  Make sure they rest and recover after injuries.  If they return to a sport too soon, it could create more injuries!