Understanding Dementia Pugilistica ( Boxer’s Dementia)
Dementia Puglistica is a form of dementia that represents a serious long-term threat to people involved in heavy contact sports, or who those who have experienced multiple concussions throughout their life. Similar to Alzheimer’s disease, the condition results in rapid mental deterioration, however only after a latency of several years pass. What is Dementia Pugilistica? Dementia Puglistica (DP) also known as “punch-drunk syndrome” or “boxer’s dementia” is a form of…