@article{ref1,
title="Psychiatric sequelae of concussions",
journal="Current psychiatry reports",
year="2017",
author="Brent, David A. and Max, Jeffrey",
volume="19",
number="12",
pages="e108-e108",
abstract="PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The purpose of this study was to review the frequency, risk factors, phenomenology, and course of prolonged recovery from concussion and of psychiatric sequelae in pediatric populations. RECENT FINDINGS: Youth with prolonged recovery from concussions have higher initial symptoms, a history of multiple and/or recent concussions, and a tendency to somatization. Depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, behavioral disorders, and perhaps, suicidal behavior disorder are more common as both short- and longer-term sequelae of concussions. The weight of evidence supports a graduated return to function as compared to prolonged rest, which may actually impede recovery. For those with prolonged recovery, cognitive behavior therapy aimed at education about concussions, improving coping, problem-solving, sleep hygiene, and dealing with anxiety and depression provided in a collaborative care model is superior to usual care. Concussed youth have an increased risk of psychiatric symptoms and sleep disturbance that can be prevented or treated with proper management.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1523-3812",
doi="10.1007/s11920-017-0862-y",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11920-017-0862-y"
}