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Neuroergonomic evolution of cognitive dysfunction after concussion during driving tasks: An fNIRS Study
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Neuroergonomic evolution of cognitive dysfunction after concussion during driving tasks: An fNIRS Study

Divya Jain, Catherine McDonald, Eileen Storey, Olivia Podolak, Christina Master, Hasan Ayaz and Kristy Arbogast
Frontiers in human neuroscience, v 12
2018
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3389/conf.fnhum.2018.227.00076
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Abstract

In the United States, approximately 61% of sports- and recreation-related concussions occur in children under 18, with most occurring in 14-17 year olds (Bryan, Rowhani-Rahbar, Comstock, & Rivara, 2016). Common sequelae include neurocognitive deficits in memory, concentration, and processing speed (Sroufe, et al., 2010; Thornhill, et al., 2000). These deficits can affect driving-related tasks, causing an increase in unsafe driving behaviors or self- or parent-imposed driving limitations based on self-identified symptoms (McKay, Liew, Schönberger, Ross, & Ponsford, 2016; Preece, Geffen, & Horswill, 2013). This is particularly concerning in adolescents as they are at high risk for motor vehicle crashes (CDC, 2017a; CDC 2017b). Although recent data suggests that adolescents may recover more slowly from concussion than adults and display lingering cognitive deficits following symptom resolution, there are few studies that assess the effects of these deficits on the driving behavior of adolescents (Field, Collins, Lovell, & Maroon 2003; Shrey, et al. 2011).

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