Research Abstract

Background: People with mild cognitive impairments (MCI) often experience difficulties performing daily functions. The Multicontext (MC) Approach is a cognitive rehabilitation intervention aimed at enhancing functional performance by utilizing cognitive strategies, which emphasize the development of self-awareness, self-monitoring, and self-regulation skills in individuals diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). This treatment approach has been implemented successfully with individuals with MCI through in-person treatment; however, there is a need to explore the feasibility and effectiveness of administering the MC Approach via telehealth services.

Objective: The aim of this study is to develop a telehealth MC treatment protocol for adults with MS to improve their self-awareness, strategy use, and their daily functions.

Method: The participant is a 65-year-old female with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis with MS. This participant received six telehealth treatment sessions based on the MC Approach. Pre- and post-treatment evaluation include assessments of daily functions, self-awareness, and quality of life.

Conclusion: The results of this study provide preliminary evidence for feasibility and efficacy of the telehealth version of the MC approach for individuals with MS. However, further studies are required with a larger sample size to determine the efficacy of this approach for individuals that more closely approximate the target population.

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