Examining the role of depression on the relationship between performance-based and self-reported cognitive functioning after sport-related concussion.

McKenna S Sakamoto Garrett A Thomas Megan L BradsonPeter A Arnett

Published in: Archives of clinical neuropsychology : the official journal of the National Academy of Neuropsychologists (2024)

For tests of memory, depressive symptoms moderated and partially mediated the relationship between performance-based and self-reported cognitive functioning after sport-related concussion. Athletes reporting high depressive symptoms and cognitive dysfunction may need more comprehensive evaluations to inform return-to-play decisions, and depression could be a treatment target for athletes who report high levels of cognitive dysfunction after concussion.

Keyphrases

depressive symptoms
high school
social support
sleep quality
mild traumatic brain injury
emergency department
physical activity
anterior cruciate ligament