Neurocognitive rehabilitation guidelines for therapists

Abstract

Establishing and implementing cognitive rehabilitation (CR) plans requ i re the efforts of al I rehabilitation staff members. In addition to clear expectations about therapists' roles and responsibilities, there are other issues that need to be considered when creating CR protocols. Specifically, the patient's insight into his or her deficits is a crucial consideration when establishing a CR plan. Other factors also need to be examined, such as the role of the family, the method of establishing goals and monitoring progress, and the necessity of providing feedback to the patient. This article addresses these issues and provides guidelines for rehabilitation teams to establish CR plans.

Key Words:

• cognitive rehabilitation
• insight
• interdisciplinary approach
• necessity of feedback