Factors and expectations influencing concussion disclosure within NCAA Division I athletes: A mixed methodological approach.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Participation in sports is associated with many benefits to all aspects of health; however, it also comes with the risk of injury, particularly concussions. Self-disclosure and care seeking following a concussion are especially important because of the lack of outwardly visible signs and/or symptoms. Although recent research has explored factors affecting concussion disclosure, use of isolated methodologies limits the ability to contextualize how disclosure or nondisclosure occurs. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to describe the factors and expectations of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) athletes that may influence concussion disclosure.

Methods

This mixed-methods convergent parallel research study included 25 NCAA Division I athletes repr

SUBMITTER: Kay MC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10199141 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature