SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
What are the signs and symptoms of concussion?
Often patients who are experiencing a concussion, or post-concussion symptoms describe changes in physical, emotional and cognitive abilities, including:
Physical
headache
dizziness
malaise
fatigue
noise intolerance/sensitivity
vision sensitivity/changes to vision
ringing in the ears/tinnitus
trouble sleeping/increased sleeping
balance difficulties
nausea
Cognitive Communication
difficulty concentrating
difficulty attending
difficulty following directions
difficulty remembering information
difficulty reading
difficulty writing
slurred speech
difficulty word finding
decreased processing
difficulty with social skills
disinterest in social activities/pursuits
executive functions difficulty (organizing, deducting, planning, sequencing)
feeling 'slowed down' or having 'brain fog' or being 'dazed'
Emotional
irritability
depression
anxiety
emotional lability/sadness
increased anger
