Gladiator’s Syndrome (noun)
A psychological and neurological condition affecting retired fighters and combat athletes, marked by a profound identity crisis, emotional instability, and early neurocognitive decline following the end of a competitive career. Symptoms may include depression, anxiety, mood swings, memory issues, social withdrawal, and a loss of purpose.
Often triggered by the sudden transition from a high-adrenaline, high-respect lifestyle to ordinary civilian life, Gladiator’s Syndrome reflects the emotional and mental cost of going from warrior to forgotten.
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Key Characteristics:
Post-competition depression
Early signs of CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy)
Loss of identity and purpose
Isolation and emotional numbness
Rage, regret, or deep longing for "the arena"
Inability to reintegrate into normal life
Also known as: Combatcrash
A psychological and neurological condition affecting retired fighters and combat athletes, marked by a profound identity crisis, emotional instability, and early neurocognitive decline following the end of a competitive career. Symptoms may include depression, anxiety, mood swings, memory issues, social withdrawal, and a loss of purpose.
Often triggered by the sudden transition from a high-adrenaline, high-respect lifestyle to ordinary civilian life, Gladiator’s Syndrome reflects the emotional and mental cost of going from warrior to forgotten.
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Key Characteristics:
Post-competition depression
Early signs of CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy)
Loss of identity and purpose
Isolation and emotional numbness
Rage, regret, or deep longing for "the arena"
Inability to reintegrate into normal life
Also known as: Combatcrash
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