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Old 09-02-2017, 11:48 PM
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It will help to get a grasp of the specific triggers of your fatigue, etc. When you do return to work, you should focus on changing how you multitask. Multitasking is a stressful event, even for healthy brains. Finding a way to break up your multitasking into individual tasks will be a big help. Lists, notes, and other ways of reducing your mental workload will improve your ability to get your work done.

You should do some simulated work tasks or try working short days with reduced stimulation. Over-stimulation is the toughest part about PCS and returning to work. Employers just don't understand how the many ambient sounds and visual stimulation can be overwhelming. Finding ways to reduce that over-stimulation will be your most important task as you return to work.

Over-stimulation may not be an issue in a month or two. Nobody can say. Every concussion is different.

At 2 weeks post injury, you may be part of the 85% who recover during the first 6 weeks. Hopefully, that is the case for you.

My best to you.
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