Grant: Prize - IHDCYH Talks

Concussions are a common injury among children and youth. While most children and youth will feel better within 3 weeks, some will take longer to recover. This animated video introduces us to Neuroville and what happens to Neuron Nic and Neuron Nora when they get a concussion. It is intended for a non-expert audience, including parents, coaches, educators, and those who care for children and youth. This video was inspired by a longitudinal, population-based study examining the long-term, adverse psychosocial outcomes for youth who had been diagnosed with concussion compared to those who did not sustain a concussion. The data is from the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy. There are three main messages in this video that we hope will empower and educate families. The first message is to learn the signs and symptoms of concussion. The second is to understand the importance of reporting a concussion to a trusted adult and seeing a doctor so the child can receive appropriate care. The final message identifies ways to prevent concussions. Sport and recreation are an important part of growing up and we want to ensure that youth remain healthy and active.