Publications by authors named "Daniel A P Geraghty"
Objective: To investigate the presence of specific family functioning trajectories in the 7-10 years after pediatric traumatic brain injury (TBI) and explore predictors associated with these trajectories.
Methods: One hundred and thirty-seven families of children aged 1-12 years who experienced traumatic brain injury were prospectively recruited from a single site, statewide tertiary pediatric hospital. Assessments of family functioning were undertaken using the Intimacy, Conflict and Parenting Style: Family Functioning Scale at preinjury, 6-months, 12-months, 30-months, and 7-10 years.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to understand different recovery patterns in neurocognitive function after pediatric concussions over three months and identify factors that influence recovery trajectories.
- Researchers analyzed data from 74 kids aged 8-17 and found three distinct recovery groups: two groups showed improvement in information processing, while one group had minimal change and lower scores on cognitive tests.
- The findings highlighted that a previous history of headaches was linked to the group with the least improvement, suggesting that pre-existing conditions could help identify children who may need more support after a concussion.