Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)suggests that each individual concussion is associated with
A) some lasting damage.
B) dementia.
C) scarring.
D) a contusion.
E) meningitis.

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Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a degenerative brain disease that has been linked to repeated head trauma, including concussions. Research suggests that each individual concussion may cause some lasting damage to the brain, leading to the development of CTE over time.

Answer: B 
 CTE has been associated with cognitive and behavioral symptoms similar to dementia, including memory loss, confusion, and mood disorders.

Answer: C 
 CTE is characterized by the buildup of tau protein, which can form scar-like structures in the brain. These structures, called neurofibrillary tangles, contribute to the degeneration of brain cells and can lead to cognitive and behavioral symptoms.

Answer: D 
 A contusion is a type of brain injury that involves bruising of the brain tissue. While concussions and contusions can share some similarities, CTE is not necessarily associated with contusions specifically.

Answer: E 
 Meningitis is a separate condition that involves inflammation of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. It is not directly related to CTE or concussions.

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)suggests That Each Individual Concussion Is Associated