On this episode of our podcast we explore the fascinating world of brain research and how it impacts our understanding of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and mental health in veterans and athletes. In this episode, we review recent studies on brain donation by veterans and athletes, and discuss how this selfless act is helping researchers better understand the impact of TBI on the brain and mental health.
We delve into the various types of TBI, including concussion and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), and explore how these injuries affect the brain in different ways. We also discuss the long-term mental health consequences of TBI, including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and how this can impact the lives of veterans and athletes long after their injury.
