The Concussion Crisis in Sport

The Concussion Crisis in Sport

Dominic Malcolm

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Editorial:
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Año de edición:
2019
Materia
Deportes y recreación al aire libre
ISBN:
9780367262938
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Concussion is one of the most important issues in modern sport. But what are the real issues behind the headlines and public outcry, and what could be done to save sport from itself? This concise, provocative introduction draws on perspectives from sociology, medicine, ethics, psychology and public health to answer these questions and more.

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