Open AccessIntegrated cognitive retraining in agenesis of corpus callosum: a single case study
Author(s) -
Rajakumari P. Reddy,
Rajan Jamuna,
Lata Hemchand
Publication year - 2010
Publication title -
neuropsychological trends
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.198
H-Index - 7
eISSN - 1970-321X
pISSN - 1970-3201
DOI - 10.7358/neur-2010-007-redd
Subject(s) - retraining , cognition , neuropsychology , intervention (counseling) , corpus callosum , psychology , anxiety , clinical psychology , interpersonal communication , agenesis of the corpus callosum , medicine , psychiatry , neuroscience , international trade , business , social psychology
Individuals with Agenesis of corpus callosum (ACC) have deficits in areas of cognitive functions, social, emotional processing and communication. The aims of the study were to examine: (a) the neuropsychological profile pre- and post-intervention; (b) to study the effects of the integrated integrative cognitive retraining in patient with ACC. We employed a single case experimental study with pre- and post-assessment. This design enabled evaluation of changes in the patient in response to the intervention. RR, a 25-year-old with diagnosis of ACC was assessed for poor concentration, memory, academic performance, anxiety, and interpersonal issues. Neuropsychological profile indicated deficits. He underwent six months of cognitive retraining (home & hospital based) and brief cognitive behavior therapy. There was significant improvement post intervention. Integrative Cognitive retraining was efficacious in patient with ACC.