THE BRAIN ON YOUTH SPORTS by Julie M. Stamm is a great factual resource for athletes and student researchers concerned about the impact of concussions. Stamm is a clinical assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison studying chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). An avid fan, athlete, and athletic trainer, she clearly understands and appreciates the value and culture of youth sports. That attitude makes her arguments about possible youth brain injuries even more compelling. As she notes, “Families need accurate, unbiased information so they can make informed decisions. Health care providers need to understand the research so they can have appropriate answers for parents. Coaches need to know what they can do to keep their athletes safe. This book will break down the science, explain what we actually know and what we have yet to learn about repetitive brain trauma in sports, and provide guidance for families and others involved in youth sports.” Stamm does an excellent job of meeting those objectives with sections on sub-topics like why we should care, why the youth brain is vulnerable, why CTE is more than an NFL problem, and the future of youth contact sports. Noting statistics from football, hockey, soccer, lacrosse, and rugby, she writes in a clear, concise manner -- look for a copy on our shelves soon.
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