Head Games

In 'Head Games,' Chris Nowinski draws on his experiences as a former athlete and concussion patient to investigate the medical science behind head injuries in sports.

The book combines personal narrative with reporting, interviews, and reviews of historical and contemporary research to reveal long-term consequences of repeated head trauma.

Nowinski highlights cases from professional sports, critiques institutional responses, and advocates for changes in policy and awareness.

The work helped catalyze broader public conversation about concussion risks and contributed to the founding of concussion research and advocacy efforts.

It blends memoir, investigative journalism, and scientific explanation to make complex medical issues accessible to general readers.