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An Examination of Collegiate Athletes and Non-Athletes' Knowledge of Concussion Definition, Symptoms, and Post-Injury Services

Flynn, Madelaine Eversfield
http://orcid.org/0000-0002-8441-4977
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1493386425045963

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2017, Master of Arts, Miami University, Speech Pathology and Audiology.
Introduction: Concussions affect various populations, including collegiate athletes and non-athletes. Yet, research examining knowledge of concussion within the collegiate population exclusively targets varsity athletics. The study’s purpose was to obtain and compare collegiate varsity athletes, recreational athletes, and non-athletes’ knowledge of concussion definition, symptoms, and support services available post-injury. Preferred methods of concussion education delivery was also examined. Method: Researchers surveyed 306 current college students using an online survey system. The survey included forced choice and free recall question formats. Quantitative and qualitative analyses were used to analyze results and compare responses among groups. Results: Collegiate athletes and non-athletes demonstrate incomplete knowledge of concussion definition, related symptoms, and professionals involved in concussion management. Varsity athletes rated self-knowledge of concussion parameters significantly higher than the other groups (p<.001), though few significant differences in actual knowledge levels were observed. Overall, respondents reported having the highest preference for concussion education delivered by medical professionals. Discussion: Knowledge concerning concussion is incomplete in the collegiate population. Varsity athletes’ exposure to formal education did not result in higher knowledge levels compared to other groups. Further examination of concussion educational delivery models’ effect on change in concussion-related behavior in this population is warranted.
Kelly Knollman-Porter, Ph. D., CCC-SLP (Advisor)
Renee Gottliebson, Ph. D., CCC-SLP (Committee Member)
Laura Kelly, Ph. D., CCC-A (Committee Member)
46 p.
Speech Therapy
concussion; knowledge; concussion symptom; concussion definition; post-injury services; collegiate athlete; recreational athlete; sports

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  • Flynn, M. E. (2017). An Examination of Collegiate Athletes and Non-Athletes' Knowledge of Concussion Definition, Symptoms, and Post-Injury Services [Master's thesis, Miami University]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1493386425045963

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Flynn, Madelaine. An Examination of Collegiate Athletes and Non-Athletes' Knowledge of Concussion Definition, Symptoms, and Post-Injury Services . 2017. Miami University, Master's thesis. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1493386425045963.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Flynn, Madelaine. "An Examination of Collegiate Athletes and Non-Athletes' Knowledge of Concussion Definition, Symptoms, and Post-Injury Services ." Master's thesis, Miami University, 2017. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1493386425045963

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