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What are the Warning Signs of Concussions in Children?

Did you know that even the slightest bump to the head can have long lasting, perhaps even devastating effects on a child’s brain? While first time concussions rarely result in long-term consequences, each subsequent concussion that a child suffers greatly increases the risk of more lasting and permanent effects. It is important, then, especially for those parents with children who participate in sports, to know how to recognize if a child has suffered a concussion. Educating yourself on the symptoms and warning signs of a concussion and knowing what to look for can go a long way in preventing long term brain damage.

What is a Concussion?

A concussion is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) that often results after a blow to the head. Even the slightest jolt to a child’s head can cause one of these head injuries. And, despite the commonly held notion, lack of consciousness is not always a symptom of concussion, which can make this type of injury particularly difficult to recognize and identify.

Warning Signs of Concussion in Children

Perhaps the most significant warning signs of a concussion in children are cognitive symptoms associated with the ability to think about and remember information. These range from confusion and/or concentration problems or slow response time, to having trouble remembering things that happened before they were injured or becoming generally confused by normal routines.

Head injuries may also bring on a variety of physical symptoms, such as increased sensitivity to lights and noises, problems with balance, sudden nausea and/or vomiting, severe headaches and an overall (abnormal) lack of energy.

A concussion can also affect an individual's mode and subsequent emotions. Some symptoms to watch out for after a head injury would therefore include, up and down emotional mood swings, sudden irritability, anxiousness, or inconsolable sadness.

Finally, a change in your child's normal sleeping routine could be a sign of sleep disturbance resulting from a concussion. If he/she is sleeping more or less than they normally do, or is having trouble falling asleep, it could be an indicator that your child suffered a concussion from a resent bump or blow to head.

It is important to note that your child may be suffering from a concussion if they are suffering from any combination of the symptoms above after experiencing a head trauma - not matter how small. If you believe your child has suffered from a concussion, you should contact your doctor immediately. Because concussion symptoms vary widely and are often brushed aside as unrelated or mistaken for something else, it is extremely important that you monitor a child's behavior closely after any bump to the head.

If your child has suffered a concussion or another form of traumatic brain injury as the direct result of an accident in Kansas or Missouri, your family may be entitled to compensation for your losses. Oftentimes, it can seem like an uphill battle against the insurance company. You need someone in your corner you can trust. Contact the experienced Kansas and Missouri Personal Injury Lawyers at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. With over 15 years of experience dealing with Child Injury Accidents, as well as Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries, we may be able to assist you and your family through this difficult time. Call our office today to set up your free consultation or download our free resource guide 10 Essential Steps You Must Take to Protect Your Injury Claim.

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