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Effects of Concussion in Adolescent Students: Perceptions and Performance
Brian Rieger1, Lawrence Lewandowski2, Heather Potts2
1Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, New York, USA.
Summary
Adolescents with concussion symptoms show no neurocognitive or academic deficits but experience increased anxiety, depression, and academic concerns. Interventions addressing psychological and academic stress are recommended for symptomatic youth.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychology
- Adolescent Medicine
Background:
- Concussion, a mild traumatic brain injury, can affect adolescents.
- Understanding the multifaceted aftereffects of concussion is crucial for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare academic, neurocognitive, and socioemotional functioning in adolescents with and without concussion.
- To assess the impact of concussion across various domains of adolescent functioning.
Main Methods:
- Compared 24 adolescents (ages 13-17) with postconcussion symptoms to 24 matched controls.
- Utilized a battery of academic, neurocognitive, and socioemotional tests and surveys.
Main Results:
- No significant differences were found in neuropsychological or academic performance between groups.
- Adolescents with concussion reported greater symptoms of anxiety, depression, somatization, and academic concerns.
- Parental ratings indicated higher depression and somatization in the concussion group, though not statistically significant after correction.
Conclusions:
- Adolescents with postconcussion symptoms do not exhibit significant neurocognitive or academic impairments compared to peers.
- Symptomatic adolescents report heightened psychological distress, including worry, depression, and academic inadequacy.
- Interventions targeting psychological and academic stress are warranted for adolescents experiencing postconcussion symptoms.
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