Play Hard, Die Young: Football Dementia, Depression, and Death

Play Hard, Die Young: Football Dementia, Depression, and Death

Why do so many retired NFL players lose their hard-earned millions and end up destitute? Why are football players three to five times more likely to develop major depression than their fans? The answer is gridiron dementia, permanent brain damage caused by blows to the head during games or practice. Forensic neuropathologist Bennet Omalu, MD, explains the science of brain trauma, offers practical solutions, and recounts the moving stories of the livesâ€”and tragic deathsâ€”of NFL stars cut down by gridiron dementia. Dr. Omalu launches a national effort to alert players, parents, coaches, trainers, and school administrators to the dangers of repeated concussions. His book offers common-sense answers and practical solutions for overcoming this epidemic now The threat of gridiron dementiaâ€”permanent brain damage caused by blows to the head during footballâ€”is real and can happen to you or your child. This book will teach you how to protect yourself and your loved ones by answering questions such as, How can playersâ€™ families recognize the signs and symptoms of this disease before itâ€™s too late? What should parents and grandparents say to their teens or preteens who want to play football? Which players are at risk? Will high school and college players eventually develop the same disease, perhaps years from now?
Country USA
Brand Neo Forenxis Books
Manufacturer Neo-Forenxis Books
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780980039504
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Neo Forenxis Books
Manufacturer	Neo-Forenxis Books
Binding	Paperback
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780980039504
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Play Hard, Die Young: Football Dementia, Depression, and Death

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