Cognitive Remediation Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa
Author Information
Author(s): Tchanturia Kate, Davies Helen, Campbell Iain C
Primary Institution: Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London
Hypothesis
Does cognitive remediation therapy improve cognitive flexibility in patients with anorexia nervosa?
Conclusion
Cognitive remediation therapy may improve cognitive flexibility in patients with anorexia nervosa.
Supporting Evidence
- Three of the five set shifting assessments showed a moderate to large effect size in performance.
- Qualitative feedback from patients was generally positive towards cognitive remediation therapy.
- Patients reported improvements in cognitive flexibility after the intervention.
Takeaway
This study shows that a special type of therapy can help people with anorexia think more flexibly and make better decisions.
Methodology
Four patients with anorexia nervosa underwent ten 45-minute sessions of cognitive remediation therapy and were assessed before and after the intervention.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the small sample size and lack of a control group.
Limitations
The study involved a very small sample size, making it difficult to draw firm conclusions.
Participant Demographics
All participants were female, aged between 21 and 42, with a diagnosis of anorexia nervosa.
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