Identifying TBI & Concussions - Part 1

This introductory session focuses on defining traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and concussions. Participants will consider neurobiological and neurochemical factors that influence neurological resilience.

This introductory session focuses on defining TBI and concussions. Participants will consider neurobiological and neurochemical factors that influence neurological resilience. Participants will also distinguish between educational and medical TBI, their severity levels, and criteria to meet educational eligibility for TBI. Finally, participants will collect a list of screeners to use at the time of and following a head injury.

Intended Audience

  • 504 Plan coordinators
  • School nurses
  • PE coaches and athletic directors
  • School psychologists and counselors
  • Administrators

Participants Will

  • Identify features of the brain's complex integrated system
  • Describe symptoms of concussions, mild TBI, moderate TBI, and severe TBI
  • Distinguish between educational and medical definitions of TBI
  • Collect a list of screeners and resources to use at the time of and following a head injury

Presenter

Natalie Jocic, M.S., LEP, ABSNP, School Psychologist

Date

Tuesday, August 22, 2023 from 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Registration

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