Citation

Yi A, Dams-O'connor K. NeuroRehabilitation 2013; 32(2): 267-273.

Affiliation

Sports Concussion Institute, Atlanta, GA, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2013, IOS Press)

DOI

10.3233/NRE-130843

PMID

23535787

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this paper is to review the literature on psychosocial outcomes in older adults with TBI and identify factors associated with positive outcomes in this population. INTRODUCTION: Rates of TBI in older adults have increased in recent years. Little is known regarding the factors and cohort specific characteristics that contribute to long-term healthy psychosocial functioning in this population. METHODS: Review of literature. RESULTS: A multitude of factors that impact psychosocial outcomes are discussed, including injury characteristics, individual characteristics, aging and cohort issues, and external environmental factors. CONCLUSIONS: There is limited research examining psychosocial functioning in older adults who have sustained a TBI. Recommendations to guide clinical care and future research are provided.

Language: en