Cognitive remediation therapy in an outpatient setting: A case series
S. Pitt1, R. Lewis2, S. Morgan2, and D. Woodward1
1Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, 2Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board, Wales

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to evaluate the clinical benefit of Cognitive Remediation Therapy (CRT), designed to reduce the perfectionism associated with Anorexia Nervosa (AN) in an outpatient setting. METHOD: The study used patient feedback and a self-report pre and post measure of perfectionism to assess the benefits of the intervention. RESULTS: Patient feedback was positive, with most having found the therapy stimulating and with self reported improvements in the flexibility in thinking in their everyday lives. A self-report measure showed both positive and negative changes to perfectionism. DISCUSSION: This study suggests CRT is a promising intervention for the perfectionism associated with AN in an outpatient setting. However, CRT is not a stand alone treatment, but a pre-therapy intervention. (Eating Weight Disord. 15: e281-e286, 2010). ©2010, Editrice Kurtis

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