CTE Flashcards

1
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what does CTE stand for

A

chronic traumatic encephalopathy

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2
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describe CTE

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a progressive brain disease associated with repeated brain injury thta causes problems with cignition and memory

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3
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describe how CTE causes ciognitve impairment

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  1. tourble thinking
  2. memory loss
  3. problem with planning and organizing
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4
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what are behavioural chnages that come with CTE

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  1. impulsive behaviour
  2. aggression
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5
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what are the mood disorders associated with CTE

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  1. depression or apathy (not caring)
  2. emotional stability
  3. substance misuse
  4. suicudal thoughts
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what are the motor symptooms associated with CTE

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  1. probems with walking
  2. parkinsons
  3. motor neuron disease
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How CTE impacts behvaiour

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1, impulsive behaviour
2. confusion due to memory loss
3. slurred speech
4. erratic agressive behaviour
5. easily agitated

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How does CTE impact emotion

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  1. emotional instability
  2. outbursts of anger
  3. depression
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