re: Aaron Hernandez had "severe" case of CTE

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How valid is the science behind CTE?
Is it indisputable? Could there be some genetics behind the "CTE" diagnosis?

Just curious as I admit I have not done a lot of research or reading about CTE.

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The condition exists for sure.

What isn't known is how it ties to things like dementia and degenerative neuro diseases or behavioral issues.

It was assumed to be tied to head trauma/brain injury but earlier this year they found a guy with a significant case who had no history of either and lived his whole life with none of the ailments being tied to it.

Like I said, I suspect the long term findings will be that it is more common and doesn't play anywhere near the role in these conditions as is being suggested now.