Improving Concussion Care

Once thought to be a mild inconvenience, concussions or mild traumatic brain injuries that result in changes in brain functioning, are now considered by medical professionals as serious injuries. Concussions are often marked by mental health issues, particularly anxiety and depression, which psychologists play an important role in assessing and treating. The current article will focus on defining concussion and the associated symptoms while outlining the importance of the psychologist’s role in treating common symptoms. Gaps in concussion research are also addressed. Copyright 2024.

After reading the CE Corner article, you will be asked to complete a “Commitment-to-Change” (CTC) exercise. The CTC exercise is designed to help facilitate the translation of your learning into practice. Completion of the CTC is required prior to the completion of the CE test based on the APA Monitor CE Corner article.

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• Define concussion and identify typical postconcussion symptoms.
• Describe the importance of asking patients about their history of head injuries and the psychologist’s role in treating some common symptoms.
• Describe the gaps in concussion research and explain why social and biological factors can influence recovery from concussion.

Stephanie Pappas