About this trial
Persistent memory symptoms after concussion are common, and likely perpetuated by unhelpful illness beliefs and coping behaviors. Results from a pilot study suggested that traditional cognitive rehabilitation and a novel cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) protocol were both associated with improvements in subjective memory functioning. The present study will more definitively compare the effectiveness of these interventions for improving subjective memory functioning after concussion.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Age 18-59
Concussion diagnosis confirmed with structured interview based on American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine diagnostic criteria
Concussion occurred between 6 and 36 months before enrollment
Ongoing memory concerns
Disqualifiers
Fail performance validity testing
Comorbid psychiatric or neurological disorder or is taking a medication that could fully account for their memory symptoms
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Cognitive rehabilitation