Tag: Concussions
Significant Link Seen for Persistent Postconcussion Symptoms, Depression
No significant moderators identified for the association, possibly due to small number of studies included
Banning Screen Time Not Necessary After Pediatric Concussion
Authors say moderation may be best for screen time during the first seven to 10 days following concussion in children and adolescents
Prestigious Sports Medicine Journal Retracts Articles Authored by Former Editor-in-Chief
Journal has retracted nine more nonresearch articles in addition to the retraction earlier this year of an editorial
Concussion Linked to Poor High School Academic Standing
History of concussion in past 12 months significantly linked to risk for poor academic standing during same period
Mandated Headgear Cuts Lacrosse Concussions
Concussion rate reduced among high school girls' lacrosse in Florida, with a state mandate, versus 31 states without mandates
Guidance Issued for Managing Visual Disorders After Pediatric Concussion
Policy statement encourages identification of children who need learning accommodations, referral to specialists as necessary
Race, Ethnicity, Sex Influence Role of Concussion in Suicide Risk
Complex interaction between race/ethnicity, sex, depression, and concussion history seen for risk for suicide attempts among U.S. youth
Odds of Poor Long-Term Outcome High With Combat Concussion
Service members sustaining combat concussion were 37 to 49 times more likely to be in the worse disability trajectory
Concussion Linked to Mental Health Issues Among Children Aged 5 to 18 Years
Risk increased for developing a mental health issue, self-harm, and psychiatric hospitalization after a concussion
Two Acute Symptoms May Predict Prolonged Concussion Recovery
Feeling like 'in a fog' and sadness may predict symptoms lasting 28 days or longer following a sport-related concussion