Can Brain Injuries Turn NFL Players Into Criminals? Exploring CTE’s Dark Impact

What caused some NFL players to become violent?

The relationship between brain injuries and violent behavior is likely more significant than many realize. Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) can happen over time with sustained injuries of the head, it has the ability to lead to violent behavior, and it's virtually undetectable until after death (during autopsy).

In this episode of Freud and Felons, Yalda Safai examines the science, cases, and consequences of repeated head trauma in athletes and inmates.

If you or your child is playing contact sports or other activities where head injury is common, Dr Safai shares guidance on early identification and intervention after head trauma.

00:00 CTE's Tragic Impact

03:17 NFL Head Trauma Consequences

09:23 Brain Trauma and Criminal Behavior

10:21 Brain Injury and Criminal Risk

15:48 Brain Injuries: Risks and Prevention

17:40 Early Action Saves Young Lives

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Freud and Felons is not another true crime podcast - it's a journey into the psychology of devious human behavior. I'm Yalda Safai, a psychiatrist who works with inmates, sits through courtrooms, and, just like you, am fascinated by a good true crime story. Instead of "How", let's dive into the "Why" behind the crimes.

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