Use of an electronic cognitive aid by a person with Korsakoff syndrome

作者：de Joode E A; van Boxtel M P J; Hartjes P; Verhey F R J; van Heugten C M^*

来源：Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2013, 20(6): 446-453.

DOI：10.3109/11038128.2013.821161

• treatment outcome
• Korsakoff syndrome
• handheld computers

Objective: The purpose of the current study was to evaluate the feasibility and the effectiveness of the use of a customized personal digital assistant (PDA) to support cognitive functioning in a person with Korsakoff syndrome. Method: The PDA was compared with no external support and the use of a memory watch in a single case experimental design. Three main personal goal tasks were defined: %26quot;arrive at appointments on time%26quot;, %26quot;execute a long-term task successfully%26quot;, and %26quot;remember to ask for medication%26quot;. Results: No significant differences were found between the use of the memory watch and the use of the customized PDA. PDA use was perceived as feasible and effective and was considered as a more comprehensive aid than the memory watch. Conclusion: This study shows that a person with Korsakoff syndrome is able to use and benefit from a customized PDA. Replication of these findings in a larger effectiveness study is necessary.

• 出版日期2013-11