Study will administer the Kessler Foundation modified Story Memory Technique ®(KF-mSMT) to individuals with mild cognitive impairment to treat impaired new learning and memory (NLM).
Over a decade of research and development conducted at Kessler Foundation has demonstrated the KF-mSMT to be effective for improving NLM in individuals with MS and TBI, across three realms of functioning: objective behavior, brain functioning, and everyday life. Long-term maintenance has been demonstrated.
This study takes 18 months to fully complete. However, after the 8-month follow-up session, there is only 1 additional session at 18 months.
- 1 Screening visit (1 hour)
- 4 In-person testing sessions (3 hours each)
- In-person intervention sessions meet 2x per week for 5 weeks (45-60 mins each)
- Some participants will meet for a refresher session once a month
Participants have a 50/50 chance to be placed in either the treatment group or the control group.
- 60 years or older
- Read and speak English fluently
- Have difficulties with learning and memory skills as determined at an in-person screening session
Participants receive $550 for completing the study; participants who also complete 2 MRI scans receive $700 total.
R-1183-22
