Faculty Articles
An Introduction to Sport Concussion for the Sport Psychology Consultant
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2004
Publication Title
Journal of Applied Sport Psychology
Volume
16
Issue/Number
3
First Page
220
ISSN
1041-3200
Last Page
235
Abstract/Excerpt
This paper was designed to introduce the sport psychology consultant (SPC) to the relevant practical and theoretical information pertaining to sports concussion. The paper discusses four key areas related to sports concussion: 1) recognition, 2) management, 3) psychological issues following a concussion, and 4) prevention and education. Throughout the paper, the authors emphasize the role of the SPC in each of these four areas. An integrated review of the sport concussion literature and current research and guidelines regarding the definition, pathophysiology, symptoms, neuropsychological testing, and risk factors for concussion is presented. The SPC's roles in educating and helping athletes deal with post-concussion issues such as the pressure to return to play and fear of re-injury are examined. The authors highlight the need for baseline neuropsychological testing of athletes; and advocate a multidimensional team approach to sport concussion, involving the SPC as a key member of that team.
DOI
10.1080/10413200490485568
NSUWorks Citation
Kontos, A. P.,
Collins, M. A.,
Russo, S. A.
(2004). An Introduction to Sport Concussion for the Sport Psychology Consultant. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 16(3), 220-235.
Available at: https://nsuworks.nova.edu/cps_facarticles/643
