How Are TBI Symptoms Interconnected? A Network Analysis Approach

Network analysis reveals the multidimensional and reciprocal nature of long-term TBI symptoms. Attention deficits bridge cognitive and psycho-emotional areas, whereas psycho-emotional symptoms influence self-perceived performance. Self-reported cognitive impairments should be emphasized in therapy as they are linked rather to sleep, visual disturbances, and anxiety than to objective deficits. Network analysis is valuable for understanding TBI symptom complexity and exploring treatment options. Future research should utilize longitudinal designs to validate our findings.