Question

Who is most at risk for a concussion?

Answer 1

People at greater risk for concussion include:

• Older people and children ages 4 and under due to their risk of falls.
• Adolescents due to bike accidents and sports-related head injuries.
• Military personnel due to exposure to explosive devices.
• Anyone involved in a car accident.
• Victims of physical abuse.
• Anyone who has had a previous concussion.

Adolescents are at higher risk of concussion than any other age group. Researchers think this is because their brains are still developing. The brain is still laying down its neural pathways and adolescents’ necks are typically weaker at this age than in young adults and older people.