The findings were published in the journalSports Medicinein January.
Demographic and family medical history data were also collected.
“Concussion symptoms are non-specific, and many things can mimic concussion-like symptoms,” Caccese says.
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In both groups, sleep problems, previous migraines, and pre-existing psychiatric disorders were strong predictors of symptoms.
For NCAA student-athletes, disorders such as ADHD or depression most often predicted PCS symptoms.
The findings may encourage increasing diagnostic tools' specificity, Caccese said in a press release.
“Symptom reporting is still one of the best methods for identifying concussion.
Unfortunately, concussion symptoms are non-specific, and many things can mimic concussion-like symptoms.”
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Ohio State News.Lack of Sleep, Stress Can Lead to Symptoms Resembling Concussion.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Concussion Signs and Symptoms.
