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Football Concussions: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Recovery

By: Dr. Jaycie Loewen February 13th, 2020

The topic of football concussions is a controversial one. If you’re a football player worried about the long-term health of your brain, it can be confusing to wade through all the information out there. Opinions range anywhere from people claiming that all the worry about football concussions is ruining the game to those who want to ban tackle football, at least for children, permanently.

The Link Between Concussions and Attention Deficit Disorder

By: Dr. Jaycie Loewen January 20th, 2020

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is difficult enough to handle alone. When you add concussions into the mix, it can feel overwhelming. The relationship between ADHD, concussions, and post-concussion syndrome is still being researched, but that doesn’t mean there’s no good info or treatment options for patients who need them.

Personality Changes After a Brain Injury or Concussion: Irritability, Sadness, Social Struggles, and More

By: Dr. Alina Fong PhD January 6th, 2020

Personality changes (or what feels like them) are common following a traumatic brain injury. Even a concussion can affect the brain long after it’s healed from the initial injury. The way we process and understand information can change as a result of the injury, so it’s not surprising that our emotions are affected, too.

Sports Concussions: How to Handle Physical, Mental, and Emotional Recovery

By: Teresa LaFond December 5th, 2019

Dealing with a concussion can be a confusing and frustrating experience. Unlike straight-forward illnesses that can be diagnosed by a simple lab test, there is no easy, one-size-fits-all test to diagnose concussions. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms, and the road to recovery is unpredictable.

How Do You Know If You Have a Concussion?

By: Dr. Mark Allen PhD November 18th, 2019

If you’ve been reading about concussion diagnosis and symptoms and feel confused, that’s pretty normal. Most advice about concussions feels vague. It’s hard to know what applies to you. And if you’re like most patients, you may be second-guessing yourself and unsure of whether to see a doctor after your injury.

Concussion Headaches or “Post-Traumatic Headaches”: What They Feel Like, How Long They Last, and How to Get Rid of Them

By: Dr. Jaycie Loewen August 12th, 2019

“I feel like there’s a tight band around my head.” “My head feels like it’s blowing up like a balloon.” “I have a constant pressure headache.” “I feel like my head is being pulled apart between the eyes.”