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Help me improve my persistent concussion symptoms

Jan 31, 202430 minSeason 1Ep. 9
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Episode description

Clinical Psychologist Dr Damon Ashworth interviews Neuropsychologist Dr Harvey Jones on a big area of his expertise - persistent concussion symptoms.


Together, they discuss:

* What are typical persistent concussion symptoms (PCS)?

* How long do the symptoms typically last for?

* What can people do to help manage their symptoms?

* Are there any medications out there that can help?

* Is it safe for people to return to work or school with persistent concussion symptoms?

* How do PCS differ from CTE?

* Are concussion symptoms just going to get worse over time no matter what is done by a person?

* What support services are available for people that have had concussion symptoms for longer than 4 weeks?

* What resources are out there that people can check out?

and much more!

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