Lemieux's daughter, Claudia Lemieux Bishop, writes in a press release that her father's brain will be used to investigate the long-term effects of repeated brain injuries.
"By having his name associated with this research, we hope that his life can contribute to greater understanding, more candid conversations and better protection for athletes and their families in the future," the statement said.
Claude Lemieux died on Friday in Palm Beach, Florida, at the age of 60. Authorities are ruling his death a suicide.
In total, Lemieux played nearly 1,500 NHL games during a professional career that spanned more than 25 years.
In emergencies or if you have thoughts of suicide, always call 112.
This is where you can turn if you feel unwell:
Mind.se.
Suicide Zero – suicidezero.se.
Spes – National Association for Suicide Prevention and Survivor Support. spes.se.
On-call buddy – receives calls from children and young people up to the age of 25. jourhavandekompis.se.
On-call fellow human being – can be reached at night on 08–702 16 80.
Friends – friends.se.
1177 – healthcare advice and information about the nearest psychiatric emergency department. 1177.se
National mental health and suicide prevention helpline – reachable 24/7 at 90390.
