Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries impact the lives of thousands of people every year with rehabilitation lasting anything between a few days to a number of months - or even years.
And despite the growing awareness of the damage mTBIs can have on a person’s life - new and effective therapies are still being developed.
But could a new spin on brain training make the difference?
Dr. Henry Mahncke CEO of Posit Science & Brain HQ joined Jonathan to discuss.
Dr. Ruth Freeman & Dr. Shane Bergin also joined us to discuss the top science news for Newsround.
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