concussion

Provides an overview of sports concussions, discussing why they are so dangerous, what has been done to protect players, how research is changing the way concussions are treated, and other related topics.

An exploration of concussions and other brain trauma that describes how they are caused and provides information on living with a traumatic brain injury, treatment, prevention, and research.

Contains an in-depth examination of the head and brain injuries that are on the rise among football players.

Late for practice at the ice arena, thirteen-year-old Eva Chen neglects to warm up and suffers a concussion when she falls during a difficult jump; frustrated at missing practice time, and worried about doing her routine at the family showcase, in front of a full arena, her parents, and her grandmother, Eva does not need any extra threats to her confidence--for instance, discovering that some of the other girls are laughing at her Chinese heritage.

Soccer star Kristy Barrett, a thirteen-year-old who dreams of playing for the women's Olympic team, faces an identity crisis and struggles with pain and panic attacks after a severe concussion sidelines her.

Provides an understanding about concussions and their evaluation and treatment, and the possible post-concussive issues that athletes and young people in sports may experience.

"This book dispels myths about head impacts in youth sports, potential consequences of these collisions, and the changes sports organizations have made to make these sports 'safer than ever.' It will empower parents and athletes to make an informed decision on sports participation and provide recommendations on how to make these sports safer"--Provided by publisher.

Twelve-year-old Sofia Martinez is the best gymnast at Riverside Gymnastics Center, but when a fall from the balance beam (usually her best event) results in a concussion, she finds herself afraid of the beam, and equally afraid to tell anyone about her fear of falling--Sofia needs help before her trauma drives her away from gymnastics forever.

"Describes issues surrounding concussions in sports, including what causes them, their affects, and how sports leagues are trying to prevent them"--Provided by publisher.