COGNITIVE REHABILITATION

Most people can enjoy a productive and satisfyiing life after brain injury if they learn how to deal with the cognitive, emotional and behavioral problems that may be present.

At CRG, we do not "cure" brain injury. We provide highly targeted intervention to persons with mild, moderate or severe acquired injury.

Recovery from brain injury or cognitive impairments related to chronic illness can be facilitated with cognitive rehabilitation. Individuals often experience changes in memory, attention, and concentration. The ability to plan and initiate activities may have been disrupted. Carrying out the tasks of daily living may require concentrated effort. Former work functions may be difficult to perform. Changes in cognitive functioning may range from mild to severe.

The goal of cognitive rehabilitation is to achieve the most independent or highest level of functioning. Treatment is based on individualized goals that take into consideration the patient's current pattern of strengths and weaknesses. Cognitive rehabilitation treatment goals include:

What is the Treatment Process?

Treatment is highly individualized for each person. After an initial diagnostic interview and discussion of patient goals, medical records and neuropsychological evaluation results are reviewed. A cognitive rehabilitation plan is developed as a collaborative effort. The achievement of goals may include a variety of techniques and tools:

-	Auditory and/or visual attentional tasks
-	Memory compensation training, i.e., working around memory problems
-	Use of adaptive devices to compensate for deficit abilities and
	adaptive approaches to targeted tasks
-	EEG Biofeedback (Neurofeedback)
-	Psychotherapy and anger management

A primary goal of cognitive rehabilitation is achieving significant and measurable improvements that enable individuals to enjoy a more productive and satisfying life after injury. Treatment is targeted, practical and geared to developing greater independence, improving everyday functioning and achieving academic and vocational goals. Tasks from a person's school or work environment are incorporated into the process of rehabilitation. In selected cases, therapy is provided at the individual's home, school, or work site. Coordination and collaboration with other service providers is incorporated into the treatment process.