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OBJECTIVE: To examine the efficacy of compensatory prospective memory training,
preceded by self-awareness training for adults with traumatic brain injury.
DESIGN: Randomized controlled trial with 4 intervention groups: (i)
self-awareness plus compensatory prospective memory training; (ii) self-awareness
training plus active control; (iii) active control plus compensatory prospective
memory training; and (iv) active control only. SUBJECTS: Forty-five
rehabilitation patients with moderate-severe traumatic brain injury living in the
community. METHODS: Four groups of participants completed an 8-session individual
intervention programme with pre- and post-assessment by a blind assessor on a
standardized test of prospective memory, actual strategy use, relatives' ratings
of prospective memory failure, and level of psychosocial reintegration. RESULTS:
Larger changes in prospective memory test score and strategy use were found in
groups with compensatory prospective memory training compared with those groups
without. CONCLUSION: The results provide evidence that prospective memory can be
improved in patients with traumatic brain injury using a compensatory approach in
a relatively short duration and low intensity intervention.

Langue : ANGLAIS