Evidence-Based Practice for the Use of Internal Strategies as a Memory Compensation Technique After Brain Injury: A Systematic Review
Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation
O'Neil-Pirozzi, T. M., Kennedy, M. R., et al. (2016).
Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation, 31(4), E1-E11.
This systematic review investigates the effect of internal memory strategies (e.g., visual imagery, rehearsal, semantic association) on memory in individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) or other acquired brain injuries.
Academy of Neurologic Communication Disorders and Sciences
Through March 2015
Peer-reviewed empirical studies that reported baselines and post-treatment outcomes (not further specified)
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Reported outcomes suggested that internal memory strategy training is beneficial for individuals with TBI and subsequent memory impairment. The strongest evidence was for visual imagery training (e.g., the method of loci). Both group and individual instruction had positive outcomes.
