Brain Health and Sport—Reducing Risk and Maximizing Benefit
Brain Health and Sport—Reducing Risk and Maximizing Benefit
Brain Health is a concept that focuses on protecting our brains throughout our life course through minimizing exposure to risk factors and building cognitive reserve and resilience. While the longer term risks associated with concussion and head injuries are of increasing focus and concern, engagement in sport and sports organizations, have clear brain health benefits in terms both in terms of physical activity and social connection.