The post-concussion syndrome blog
Our post-concussion syndrome blog is here to acknowledge your post-concussion experiences and to let you know that you are not alone. You’ll find materials about post-concussion syndrome in general, post-concussion depression and PCS recovery.
In addition to sharing recognition, each and every post we make is focused on empowering you by giving you the practical tools to move forward with your recovery from post-concussion syndrome in this moment.
MUST-READ
We wrote these blog posts to help you understand post-concussion syndrome and to give you the recognition you deserve: you are not alone in feeling the way you feel.
What happens when you get a concussion?
Illustrated and written in words we can all understand.
Post-concussion syndrome depression
A guide, from one survivor to another.
The difficulty with concussion diagnosis
…and why you may feel discarded by doctors.
Speed up your recovery right now
In this free guide, you’ll learn 3 actionable steps to take and accelerate your recovery right here, right now.
Browse our post-concussion syndrome blog posts
Concussions and mental health: (Prof. Wilson part 2)
In this second part of 2 Concussion Stories episodes with Professor Lindsay Wilson, Melanie and Lindsay talk about mental health and coping with a concussion.
The long-term effects of a concussion (Prof. Wilson part 1)
Listen to professor Lindsay Wilson, a neuropsychologist who is able to emphatically explain the cascade of long-term concussion effects many of us experience.
Concussion care is lacking (Em. Prof. Andrew Maas part 2)
Watch the second episodes with Andrew Maas, principal investigator of 1 of the 3 largest studies on traumatic brain injury worldwide. You’ll learn a lot!
mTBI is NOT so Mild (Em. Prof. Andrew Maas part 1)
In this epic Concussion Stories conversation with Emeritus Professor Andrew Maas, Melanie experiences the medical acknowledgment that she always missed.
Post-concussion depression (Bella Paige)
Listen to Bella Paige share her concussion story with Melanie. From bouncing back from depression to going back to loving life, sports and university.
Post-concussion symptoms after a negative CT scan?
After a negative concussion CT scan, you may certainly experience post-concussion symptoms. You’re not crazy! Read this blog post to understand.
Is rest best for concussion recovery?
Is it best to rest after a concussion? Is rest working for you, or do you need something else? And what’s that? Listen to this episode to get answers!
How to stop worrying and recover from a concussion faster
Many of us worry about ever recovering from our concussions, but it slows down our healing. Learn 3 steps to turn your worries into positive action right away!
TBI, PTSD and forgiveness (Wendy Smeets)
Wendy Smeets shares about the invisibility of TBI and its impact on relationships, the limiting effects doctors’ words can have and Wendy’s road to recovery.
What happens when you get a concussion?
What happens when you get a concussion, biologically? …Easy to understand, please! Read this illustrated blog post to finally get why you have symptoms.
Concussion and depression: you are not alone
It’s normal to suffer from depression while recovering from post-concussion syndrome. Here’s to an open and honest conversation. You are not alone.
Concussion and COVID-19: how to manage your recovery
Having a concussion is hard enough. Read this blog post to manage your symptoms during a global pandemic, because the current situation is hard to navigate.
Concussion food 101: 3 easy & quick wins for concussion healing
We have a lot of control over our concussion recoveries when it comes to what we eat (and drink). Learn about the brain foods that can help heal your concussion!
What are the long-term effects of a concussion?
Knowing about the long-term effects of concussions would have pushed me to create a constructive recovery plan for myself. I want to help you do that.
The post-traumatic effect of a concussion
During my post-concussion recovery, doctors told me I had to learn to live with my concussion symptoms. I believed them at first. And then I found this book.
We made a printable brain food sheet for you
The foods you eat determine the course of your recovery.
Download this free and illustrated PDF so you can stick it onto your fridge for easy guidance.
You are not alone
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