About this Podcast: Hear from a concussion survivor that was able to get to the other side. Hear advice for survivors, Moms/caregivers, what worked, what didn't, what they wished they knew at the beginning of their journey. Transcript Summary In this episode of the Moms Heal Heads podcast, Mary-Katherine McCarey and special guest discuss the concussion recovery journey and tools. Takeaways What you need to know as a survivor Advice for...
About this Podcast: Hear from a concussion survivor that was able to get to the other side. Hear advice for survivors, Moms/caregivers, what worked, what didn't, what they wished they knew at the beginning of their journey Transcript About this Podcast: Our family’s journey with concussions has taught us so much. It’s been tough, no doubt, but through the challenges, I’ve learned invaluable lessons that I hope will provide comfort,...
About this Podcast: A concussion can be a disruptive and sometimes overwhelming experience, particularly when it comes to navigating recovery and returning to normal daily activities. For school-aged children and teens, managing sensory sensitivities and learning challenges during this period is critical to ensure a successful recovery. Today, we’ll dive into the types of accommodations that may be required for students recovering from...
About this Podcast: Hear from a Mom/caregiver on the role animal therapy has played in their family. An absolute game changer for everyone in the family. Summary This conversation explores the significant role that animals play in aiding recovery from concussions and other mental health challenges. It discusses various types of support animals, including service animals, therapy animals, and pets, and their unique benefits. The speaker shares...
A concussion can be a disruptive and sometimes overwhelming experience, particularly when it comes to navigating recovery and returning to normal daily activities. For school-aged children and teens, managing sensory sensitivities and learning challenges during this period is critical to ensure a successful recovery. Today, we'll dive into the types of accommodations that may be required for students recovering from concussions, focusing on the...
When someone in your family experiences a concussion, life changes—often in quiet, confusing, complicated, and invisible ways. Our journey began with uncertainty, a whirlwind of symptoms, countless doctor appointments, and many unanswered questions. We weren’t prepared for the emotional weight or the physical challenges that would follow.If you’re feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure where to turn, you’re not alone. I wish I could...
When we think about concussion recovery, we often focus on medical treatments, rest, and gradual cognitive rehabilitation. Yet, there is a lesser-known yet powerful complementary approach: animal therapy or animal-assisted therapy (AAT). In our podcast episode, we dive into the world of animal therapy and how it can support individuals recovering from concussions. What is Animal-Assisted Therapy? Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) is a therapeutic...
About this Podcast: Our family’s journey with concussions has taught us so much. It’s been tough, no doubt, but through the challenges, I’ve learned invaluable lessons that I hope will provide comfort, guidance, and a sense of solidarity for families embarking on a similar path. These lessons are organized into five categories—Expectations, Recovery, Support, Symptoms, and Tools—and are grounded in the lived experience of navigating...
