Protection of the most important organ from concussions, the Brain
We all want to keep our friends and family safe. That includes protecting them from outside harm and making sure that they won’t get hurt. The problem is that i...
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Concussions leading to CTE
The Basics A concussion is a condition of neurological signs and symptoms that are caused by a biomechanical force to the brain. Symptoms of a concussion includ...
Does Fat Make You Fat?
When addressing the role of the high fat diet and obesity, it is important to evaluate the types of fats in a given diet. While a high fat diet can lead to incr...
The mTOR Hypothesis of Autism
The mTOR Hypothesis of Autism What is Autism and Who Does it Affect? It’s estimated that 1 in 54 children in the United States will be diagnosed with autism tod...
Understanding PTSD Through a Molecular Lens
Understanding PTSD Through a Molecular Lens 10-20% of the population develops a stress disorder after exposed to traumatic, life-threatening events.[1] PTSD is ...
Understanding The Epigenetics of Addiction
Understanding The Epigenetics of Addiction Addiction has been a pervasive problem that has plagued human history since we began recording it. Addiction i...
NFL working to reduce concussions.
Overview The NFL is among the most watched sports league in the United States, it is also among the leading sports in diagnosed concussions. In 2019, the NFL ha...
Pathophysiology of Symptoms after a Concussion
Migraines Migraines are likely to occur following a concussion for a number of reasons. Whether the concussion was due to an impact or non-impact injury, there ...
The Future Has…. Flags?
Image 1 Ask yourself for a moment, is tackle football really something the youth should be involved in? I know I probably sound like an old geezer tweeting vigo...
Concussions
What is a concussion? Concussions are also known as mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Concussions are an injury to the brain that is caused by a blow or jolt...