This presentation from the Jefferson Davis Parish School Board and Therapy Center Sports Medicine discusses concussions, including what they are, their symptoms, how to prevent them, what to do if someone is suspected of having one, and the importance of seeking medical attention and avoiding a second concussion which can be dangerous. The presentation stresses being responsible for your own health and the health of others by learning about concussions and taking proper safety precautions.

1. CONCUSSION PRESENTATION ISSUED BY: JEFFERSON DAVIS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD PREPARED BY: THERAPY CENTER SPORTS MEDICINE

2. WHO, WHAT, WHEN, AND WHY?

3. WHAT IS A CONCUSSION?

4. WHAT A CONCUSSION DOES TO YOU…

5. YOU MAY FEEL…

6. YOUR ROLE IN PREVENTING CONCUSSIONS

7. REGARDLESS OF THE SPORT, TAKE THESE STEPS TO STAY SAFE…

8. IF YOU SUSPECT SOMEONE HAS SUFFERED A CONCUSSION…

9. SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION RIGHT AWAY A health care professional will be able to decide how serious the concussion is and when it is safe for your child to return to sport

10. FOLLOW SUGGESTIONS TO KEEP THE ATHLETE OUT OF PLAY

11. SECOND CONCUSSIONS

12. BE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN AND OTHERS HEALTH AND FUTURE