Author Interviews, Brain Injury, Cognitive Issues, Depression, Mental Health Research / 15.07.2020
Concussion Expert Discusses Recent Study of Repeated Brain Injury and Risks of Depression, Cognitive Issues
MedicalResearch.com Interview with:
Dr. Steve Erickson, MD
Concussion Expert at Banner
University Medicine Neuroscience Institute
Dr. Erikson discusses the recent Neurology publication associating repetitive head impacts with depression.
MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study?
Response: The study compared depression and cognitive function of adults (middle aged and older) who have had repetitive head impacts (RHI) and/or TBI to adults without a history of these. (more…)