http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2014/12/01/ohio-state-mourns-apparent-suicide-of-athlete-plagued-by-concussions/

The Washington Post and other outlets are reporting that the suicide of player Kosta Karageorge appears to have been related to brain injuries he suffered while playing football.  Following a concussion, Karageorge reporting feeling:

“Just, like, confusion, disorientation, being unable to focus, mood swings — not feeling like himself, basically, not feeling quite right.”

Traumatic brain injury may result in symptoms like confusion, depression, difficulty with thought and personality changes.  

Anyone who suffers a traumatic brain injury, commonly known as a concusision, must be sure to take it seriously and seek the necessary treatment.