The Effects of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Symptoms on the Association between Head Impacts and Post-Season Neurocognitive and Behavioral Outcomes.

James D LynchMegan E NaradJed A DiekfussJason AvedesianTaylor M ZulegerJames PeughGregory D MyerJeffery N Epstein

Published in: Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society : JINS (2022)

Athletes' pre-season ADHD symptoms do not appear to influence behavioral or neurocognitive outcomes following a single season of competitive football competition. Results are interpreted in light of several study limitations (e.g., single season, assessment of constructs) that may have impacted this study's pattern of largely null results.

Keyphrases

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
autism spectrum disorder
bipolar disorder
adipose tissue
metabolic syndrome
sleep quality
weight loss
insulin resistance