Student Athletes With Concussions Need Time Out

Your brain needs more of a time-out than just missing the next game to recover from a concussion. New research suggests student athletes who are too active -- not just on the field, but at home and school -- may hinder their recovery.
 
Experts say student athletes with concussions should take time to recover before playing again.

More puzzling, female athletes may take longer to recover than males.

It's part of growing evidence that healing from this common sports injury is more complicated than once thought, an important message for parents and coaches as school sports programs gear up for fall.

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