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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive neurological disorder often accompanied by significant cognitive deficits. Some research suggests that recent memory is the most commonly affected cognitive ability in MS. However, there is only one empirical investigation examining the efficacy of cognitive rehabilitation in individuals with MS. We report the application of a memory training program to remediate memory deficits in a patient with MS. The program focused on teaching mnemonic strategies to increase list learning ability and ability to recall names of faces. Results suggested that memory training improved visual and verbal memory abilities. The most marked improvement was present on tests assessing verbal memory abilities. These results contribute to a growing body of literature indicating that teaching mnemonic strategies is one method of improving memory functioning in individuals with mild to moderate memory impairment.
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Allen, D.N., Longmore, S. & Goldstein, G. Memory training and multiple sclerosis: A case study. Int J Rehab Health 1, 189–202 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02214731
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