An acquired or traumatic brain injury can affect how a child or adolescent thinks, learns, feels, behaves, and functions day to day. Symptoms and recovery can vary widely depending on the type and severity of the injury.
The resources below are intended to help healthcare providers, families, educators, and other professionals identify possible concerns, understand the impact of brain injury, and connect children and adolescents with appropriate assessment, support, and services.
The HELPS Brain Injury Screening Tool may be used by healthcare, mental health, community, and other service providers to identify a possible lifetime history of brain injury. It is a screening tool only and does not diagnose a brain injury. Individuals with a positive screen or ongoing concerns should be referred to an appropriately trained healthcare professional for further evaluation.
HELPS Brain Injury Screening Tool
A brief five-question screening tool used to identify a possible history of brain injury and determine whether further medical evaluation may be needed.
Important: A positive screen does not diagnose TBI.
North Dakota Brain Injury Network
North Dakota information, navigation, education, school supports, and resources for individuals with brain injury, families, and professionals.
Brain Injury Association of America
National information and resources about brain injury, treatment and recovery, support, and living with brain injury.
Brain Line
Practical brain injury information and resources for individuals, families, caregivers, and professionals.
CDC – Traumatic Brain Injury & Concussion
Evidence-based information on TBI and concussion, including signs and symptoms, recovery, prevention, and resources.
ABCs of Brain Injury
A simple overview of brain injury, common symptoms, and how injury can affect thinking, emotions, behavior, and daily functioning.
Brain Injury & Mental Health
Explains the connection between brain injury and emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns.
Brain Injury & Substance Use Disorders
Practical information and tools for understanding the relationship between brain injury and substance use, including screening and treatment considerations.
Common Academic Accommodations Following a Concussion
Practical school-based accommodations that can support students as they recover from a concussion.
REAP/Concussion Manual
A practical guide for families, schools, and medical professionals to coordinate support and recovery following a concussion.
Types of Brain Injury
A brief overview of different types of brain injury and how they may occur.
