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…
ReadAccording 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…
ReadMany 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…
ReadMore 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…
ReadWhether 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…
ReadAs 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…
ReadAccording 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…
ReadHow a person finds their resilience and puts it to work is the challenge. There are components of resilience which are trait-based, intrinsic aspects of a person’s psychological makeup. Other aspects of resilience involve the application of certain skills and strategies and strategies. Some of those skills and strategies can be learned or enhanced.
ReadConcussions 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,…
ReadThe past years have seen great strides in concussion education for high school athletes. Now, most football players (as well as athletes in other contact sports) receiving training on the…
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