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A Neuroscientific Approach to the Examination of Concussions in Student-Athletes
Published on: December 8, 2014
Living in the Shadows: My Personal Perspective With Mental Health After a Concussion
1School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Background:
Concussions are a common injury, with many experiencing mental health related symptoms after injury. Despite the persistence of these symptoms, it is not well detailed the impacts of anxiety and depressive-like symptoms.
Aim:
This lived experience narrative recounts the authors lived experience with multiple concussion injuries and mental health symptoms.
Methods:
The author used a narrative approach to detail the multiple experiences with concussion. The author reflected on these experiences, drawing on their experience as a registered nurse.
Findings:
The narrative reveals persistent concussion symptoms are multifactorial. It illustrates how the interdisciplinary mental health care team can benefit concussion patients experiencing anxiety and depressive-like symptoms.
Discussion:
The author reflects on their journey and calls for a shift to a more person-centred approach in concussion care. They also highlight areas for improvement in mental health services. Lastly, future directions for mental health nursing are provided.
Conclusion:
This narrative highlights the anxiety and depressive symptoms experienced after concussion. By incorporating mental health nurses within concussion care, mental health issues can be addressed in a timely and approriate manner.
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