Neurocognitive performance and mental health of retired female football players compared to non-contact sport athletes

Background Adverse long-term effects of playing football due to repetitive head impact exposure on neurocognition and mental health are controversial. To date, no studies have evaluated such effects in women.Aims To (1) compare neurocognitive performance, cognitive symptoms and mental health in reti...

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Main Authors: Jos Twisk, Astrid Junge, Annika Prien, Nina Feddermann-Demont
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMJ Publishing Group 2020-04-01
Series:BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine
Online Access:https://bmjopensem.bmj.com/content/6/1/e000952.full