Memory Strategy Training in Older Adults with Subjective Memory Complaints: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Subjective memory complaints (SMC) in older adults are associated with a decline in everyday functioning and an increased risk for future cognitive decline. This study examines the effect of a memory strategy training compared to a control memory training on memory functioning in daily life.

Methods

This was a randomized controlled trial with baseline, post-treatment, and 6-month follow-up assessments conducted in 60 older adults (50-87 years) with SMC. Participants were randomly assigned to either seven sessions of memory strategy training or seven sessions of control memory training. Both interventions were given in small groups and included psycho-education. Primary outcome measure was memory functioning in daily life. Objective measures of memory performance a

SUBMITTER: Frankenmolen NL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6317111 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature