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Signs of a Concussion in Your Child
Head injuries in children can be dangerous, and many are under-reported. Learn the signs and symptoms of concussion and what to do about them.
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CONCUSSION
How to Protect Your Child Against Concussion
While concussions can occur from car accidents, falls, and fights, one of the most common — and preventable — causes of concussions in youngsters is contact sports.
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CONCUSSION
Micro (Sub) Concussions Happen Often in Sports
The brains of athletes who aren’t diagnosed with concussions still show damage. Many small subconcussions are dangerous as well. Here’s what you should know.
What to Do for a Concussion
Being reinjured while recovering from a bash on the head can lead to permanent brain damage. Here's how to tell if you have a concussion and what to do about a concussion.
Concussions May Play a Role in Alzheimer’s
There may be a link between traumatic brain injury, such as a concussion, and Alzheimer’s disease, especially if you have a genetic risk for the disease.
What Is a Concussion?
If you just don’t feel right after a bump, blow, or jolt to your head or body, get help quickly. Concussion is a kind of traumatic brain injury.
Pediatricians Urge Improved Football Safety for Kids
Too many children and teens are being injured playing football because safety strategies are overlooked. Learn what parents should know.
Does Your Child's School Have a Sports Safety Program?
As a concerned parent, you should find out if your child’s school invests in safety in sports programs. The school should follow some basic guidelines.
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Causes and Symptoms
Contact sports and concussions, especially in football and boxing, cause chronic traumatic encephalopathy, even in young athletes. Learn about causes and symptoms.
Concussions May Play a Role in Alzheimer’s
Parental concern about the potential deleterious cumulative effects of tackle football on brain development has given rise to substantial declines in participation in tackle football in preadolescent boys.
Is There Any Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Treatment?
We aren’t inherently over\- or underprotective when it comes to kids. What we do is what parents have always done — we weigh pros and cons, risks and rewards.
Concussions May Lead to Sleep Problems Years Later
Traumatic brain injuries, or concussions, may increase your chance of insomnia, sleep apnea, daytime sleepiness, and other sleep problems.