Spotting the signs of a concussion can be challenging, especially when you don’t know what to look for! According to a survey conducted by Harris Poll on behalf of UPMC most Americans do not know the symptoms or signs of a concussion.
Follow this infographic to understand the signs and symptoms of concussions.

Never Miss a Beat!
Subscribe to Our HealthBeat Newsletter!
Thank you for subscribing!
You can now select the specific newsletters you'd like to receive.
You are already subscribed.
Subscribe to more newsletters in our email preference center.
Sorry, an error occurred. Please try again later.
Get Healthy Tips Sent to Your Phone!
Defining a Concussion
Nearly 9 in 10 Americans cannot correctly define a concussion.
A concussion is an injury caused by direct or indirect forces that cause neurochemical and cellular changes in the brain.
Concussion Symptom Recognition
Percentage of Americans that can recognize the following symptoms:
- Headache 58%
- Dizziness 58%
- Cognitive Difficulty 55%
- Nausea 42%
- Fatigue 34%
- Changes in Mood 13%
79% incorrectly believe that there is no real way to cure a concussion.
Methodology
This survey was conducted online within the United States by Harris Poll on behalf of UPMC between April 16-23, 2015 among 2,012 U.S. adults age 18 or older, 948 of whom are parents. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables, please contact Deana Percassi, Harris Poll, (585) 214-7212.
About Sports Medicine
An athletic lifestyle carries the potential for injury. Whether you’re an elite athlete or a weekend warrior, UPMC Sports Medicine can help. If you are looking to prevent, treat, or rehabilitate a sports injury, our multidisciplinary team of experts can help you get back into the game. If you are seeking to improve your athletic performance, we can work with you to meet your goals. We serve athletes and active people of all ages and experience levels. Our goal is to help you keep doing what you love. Visit our website to find a specialist near you.