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Brain Concussions May Be Life Altering

Parents, has your adolescent sustained a brain concussion?

As a local psychotherapist, I have seen a sharp rise in adolescents with brain concussions. Symptoms such as, headaches, vision and concentration issues, irritability, anxiety and depression are common concussion symptoms. Post concussion syndrome symptoms may significantly impact ones academic and employment effectiveness. Relationships with family, friends and others may be significantly impacted.

As you can see, brain concussions have the ability to severely impact ones life.

I am available for a free phone consult.

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