Concussions in football and hockey have garnered plenty of attention, in some ways eclipsing other sports, particularly women’s. But studies suggest that women are actually more susceptible to concussions than men, so they deserve equal if not more attention.

The reasons behind the disparity between men’s and women’s concussions are up for debate and a subject of extensive ongoing research. Some say women’s necks are weaker; others cite a genetic predisposition. Still others theorize that there is no difference but that women are just more honest in reporting symptoms and therefore are diagnosed more.

But despite the worrying numbers, women’s concussions have still been by and large shunted to the side of head injury dialogue. So as you take action to protect your sons’ heads in football and baseball, don’t forget that your daughters too need protection in soccer and softball. Women and girls comprise such a large percentage of athletes; don’t make the mistake of overlooking their heads.

*Scientists have no conclusive evidence as to whether or how the reduction of g-forces during impacts reduces the number or degree of concussions and head injuries. GelDefender products provide supplemental padding as well as cooling and comfort benefits when used with helmets and caps. Participants in activities in which head impacts can occur should always use tested and approved helmets for protection. However, no helmet or supplemental padding can protect the user from all serious head or neck injuries that can result from impacts.