As Bill 5113 (Concussion Management and Protocol) makes its way from the CT State House to the Senate, many schools and sports programs are thinking and talking about how they handle students with concussions. Yesterday I visited a local private school where I was invited to review their Concussion Management Program and make recommendations in light of the changes that are likely coming. Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injury are quickly becoming a very important topic for professionals who specialize in working with students who have learning differences. Treatment plans and accommodations that are offered by medical personnel who examine students can be overly generalized. It is very important to measure a student's academical, social and emotional functioning before they engage in sports/other activities where they may become injured to establish a baseline and again post injury. Long after the physical symptoms disappear, executive functioning may be impaired and have long term effects. States across the country are re-evaluating how they respond to students with Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injury.
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Berg Advising & Placement
An individualized approach to helping students plan and achieve their educational goals
Trained as a clinical psychologist, Dr. Michelle Berg works with families to help them navigate the academic, social and emotional challenges of students who have learning differences from kindergarten through college. Dr. Berg has developed a highly individualized process to understand and help meet your child’s educational goals. She takes the time to figure out how your child learns and does individualized research to find the right educational environment and support for your child. Based in Westport CT, she works with families locally and all over the world.
Berg Advising & Placement | , Westport, CT, U.S.