What happens when you have a concussion?

It's Friday! Lately, I have been sharing important information/facts about concussions, visual snow syndrome and migraines every Friday via Instagram (@concussionsandlawnchairs). Today, I thought (hey!) maybe I should share some of this information here, too. I think knowledge IS power. AND the more you know means you know more, right?

Up this week is a super awesome video by Clifford Robbins and TEDEd about What Happens when you Have a Concussion? Click here to watch.

Have a wonderful weekend!

-K

xoxo

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