A parent’s guide to talking with your children about concussions
If your child has ever fallen off their bike or gotten knocked over in a pickup game of football, you know that children don’t tend to hide their injuries. Quite…
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Don Horton couldn’t stop coaching, even after getting CTE
In the discussion about concussions in football, players are often portrayed as the innocents being sent into danger by the more malicious coaching staff and league officials running a business.…
ReadHelmets can’t cure the head injury epidemic in football
Every summer I read about a new line of helmets promising to protect athletes from concussions, especially on the football field. They promise state-of-the-art technology and cutting edge new safety…
ReadTom Brady isn’t the only NFL player hiding their concussions
According to the official record, Tom Brady has never had a concussion in his 17 years playing in the NFL. So, it obviously raised some eyebrows this month when his…
ReadLike Father, Like Son: Matt Hasselbeck Pledges His Brain To CTE Research
Many would say football runs in the blood in the Hasselbeck family. In the 70’s and 80’s, Don Hasselbeck played tight end in the NFL. Since then, two of his…
ReadTBI, PTSD, and other mental health issues are common among discharged service members
More than half of all service members discharged from the military for misconduct also had an existing brain injury or mental health condition, according to a new report from the…
ReadHigh School Football Players Remain Unfazed By Concussion Dangers
Whether or not you agree with the changes, there is no denying that football isn’t the same as it used to be – all thanks to concussions. For one, players…
ReadHoldenville Athlete Crosses The Stage At Graduation After Serious Brain Injury
As anyone who has had a concussion knows, a brain injury puts your life on hold. In most cases, it is just for a week or two, as you rest…
ReadEven Mild Brain Injuries May Cause Impulse Control Problems
According to Mount Vernon injury lawyers, accidents are one of the main causes of brain injuries. Traumatic brain injury has anecdotally been tied to behavioral problems and issues with impulse…
ReadDisability May Last Years After Concussion For Members of The Military
Concussions are typically thought of as a “short-term” injury. After a week or two, it is assumed a person will heal and be back to work and normal life. But,…
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