Towards Validation of a New Computerised Test of Goal Neglect: Preliminary Evidence from Clinical and Neuroimaging Pilot Studies.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Goal neglect is a significant problem following brain injury, and is a target for rehabilitation. It is not yet known how neural activation might change to reflect rehabilitation gains. We developed a computerised multiple elements test (CMET), suitable for use in neuroimaging paradigms.

Design

Pilot correlational study and event-related fMRI study.

Methods

In Study 1, 18 adults with acquired brain injury were assessed using the CMET, other tests of goal neglect (Hotel Test; Modified Six Elements Test) and tests of reasoning. In Study 2, 12 healthy adults underwent fMRI, during which the CMET was administered under two conditions: self-generated switching and experimenter-prompted switching.

Results

Among the clinical sample, CMET performance was posi

SUBMITTER: Cullen B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4732681 | biostudies-literature | 2016

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature