Concussion in Sport

B2 – Upper Intermediate

Surprisingly, sports-related concussions are quite common. For most athletes, the symptoms disappear around the second week after the incident occurred. Some, however, have far-reaching effects in their physical and mental well-being. Oftentimes, their way of life and sports career just aren’t the same anymore.

Listen to this audio and read the transcript on concussion in sport.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english/ep-210812

Discussion Questions:

  1. What ‘full contact’ sports are popular in your country? Do you play any of them? How are these sports dangerous?
  2. Do you think these ‘full contact’ sports should be regulated regarding the safety of its athletes/players? Elaborate.
  3. Have you ever had any sport-related injury before? Talk about it.
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