Concussions may be caused by falls, bumps or blows to the head

Getting hit in the head does not cause a concussion unless the person loses consciousness

Concussions are less dangerous to children and teens because their brains are able to recover faster

You can get a concussion playing any sport

The symptoms of concussion may take weeks to occur after the event that caused it

Someone who knows a player is the best person to assess if he/she has a concussion

Taking a nap after a suspected concussion is a suggested treatment

It takes a few days to recover from a concussion

Rest, avoiding physical activity and avoiding anything requiring concentration helps recover from concussion

Headache, nausea, and fatigue are symptoms of concussion

Sensitivity to light or noise is a symptom of concussion

Repeated concussions are ok as long as there has been plenty of time between concussive events

Due to their genetics, some people are at a higher risk for long term brain damage known as Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, or CTE.