... natural recovery period are at extreme risk for second impact syndrome. Second impact syndrome is characterized by symptoms that persist for months. Second impact syndrome has even been associated with death. In rare instances, symptoms of concussion persist more than seven days, even without second impact syndrome. For reasons we do not know, the biochemical changes that occur in the brain ... symptoms are more likely to be present when the individual attempts any strenuous activity. Assessment of post concussion syndrome involves an interview by an experienced clinician. Results of ne...

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... 21% for females (NSW Report of the Chief Health Officer, 2000). It is well documented through out the literature that: Smoking has been labelled the most important preventable cause of death and disease. Cigarette smoking causes lung, oral, and other cancers, cardiovascular disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, peptic ulcers, gastrointestinal disorders, maternal/ foetal complications, and other disorders. Smoking ... desire to stop smoking and 35% attempt to stop each year, less than 5% are successful in quitting (unaided). Furthermore, Mr X reports a 12-month history of depre...

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