Brain in the News reprinted an article from CTV news (that's Canada, eh) that concussions in girls may be ignored in some sports. They cite numerous instances of girls being knocked unconscious in dance, gymnastics and cheerleading. Female dominated sports like these are not getting as much attention as in hockey and football injury studies.
Once again, the concern is for long-term effects. Girls are not exempt from the brain damage aspects and there are a lot of repeat injuries reported. Here's the link.
http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/Health/20110812/girls-teen-athletes-concussions-brain-110814/
You might find this interesting, too. It says keep kids out of the boxing ring.
http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/Health/20110829/kids-teens-boxing-concussions-110829/
Adrianne!
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