TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2017//
TI  - Psychiatric sequelae of concussions
JO  - Current psychiatry reports
A1  - Brent, David A.
A1  - Max, Jeffrey
SP  - e108
EP  - e108
VL  - 19
IS  - 12
N2  - 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>
LA  - en
SN  - 1523-3812
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11920-017-0862-y
ID  - ref1
ER  -