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Concussions and Confidence: Why Mental Readiness Matters in Recovery
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Each year, an estimated 200,000 sport-related concussions occur in Canada, affecting athletes of all ages and levels. But recovery is about more than just physical healing. In this episode, Dr. Keith Yeates, professor of psychology, pediatrics, and clinical neurosciences at the University of Calgary, explains how psychological readiness shapes recovery. He discusses why early reporting and care can speed healing, how fear and anxiety influence outcomes, and what new research reveals about sex differences in concussion experiences. Listeners will also hear about the future of concussion care, from emerging diagnostic tools to living guidelines that continually update best practices.
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