Journal article

Sport-Related Concussion and Mental Health Outcomes in Elite Athletes: A Systematic Review

SM Rice, AG Parker, S Rosenbaum, A Bailey, D Mawren, R Purcell

Sports Medicine | ADIS INT LTD | Published : 2018

Abstract

Background: Elite athletes can experience a diverse range of symptoms following post-concussive injury. The impact of sport-related concussion on specific mental health outcomes is unclear in this population. Objective: The aim was to appraise the evidence base regarding the association between sport-related concussion and mental health outcomes in athletes competing at elite and professional levels. Methods: A systematic search of PubMed, EMBASE, SPORTDiscus, PsycINFO, Cochrane, and Cinahl databases was conducted. Results: A total of 27 studies met inclusion criteria for review. Most of the included studies (67%, n = 18) were published in 2014 or later. Study methodology and reporting varie..

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