Mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI)
Know the Symptoms of Concussions
Playing contact sports increases the risk of concussion, but this form of traumatic brain injury can also happen during normal play. Wear helmets whenever you are playing games or sports that carry a risk for concussion.
Heads Up: Facts About Brain Injury and Concussion
Even a minor bump to the head can cause serious problems with thinking, memory, movement and emotional health. The effects of a brain injury can last for a few days or months—or for a lifetime.