Unemployment is particularly common among women with multiple sclerosis (MS). This study uses a vocational rehabilitation program involving neuropsychological testing as an intervention. The use of in-person feedback and case management following neuropsychological testing is compared to phone feedback only. Adherence to treatment and employment outcomes will be evaluated over three years.
Employed women at a tertiary-care MS center were screened for common issues impacting work productivity (fatigue, cognitive dysfunction, and depression). Women who met screening criteria were randomized to one of two treatment groups: either neuropsychological testing and phone feedback to review findings and tailored recommendations (standard-care treatment); or neuropsychological testing, in-person feedback, and two calls from a care-coordinator (experimental treatment). Adherence to recommendations and employment status at one year are evaluated. Follow-up periods also occur at year two and year three.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
89
Neuropsychological testing for women experiencing significant fatigue, mood, or cognitive symptoms. Feedback type and case management services varied depending on randomized group.
Employment
Has there been a decrease in employment status (Yes/No)
Time frame: Approximately 12 months
Adherence to Recommendations
Percentage of recommendations completed at one year
Time frame: Approximately 12 months
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