A Group Therapy Program Targeting Social Competence for Patients with Traumatic Brain Injuries
Care Continuum
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2017
Monitor outcomes of group therapy targeting social competence and QOL in patients post-TBI. Group therapy has potential benefits but requires refinement and further exploration in larger cohorts.
Year Submitted: 2017
Published Date: 31 December 2017
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Care Continuum, Quality Improvement, Clinical Practice Improvement, Value Based Care, Patient Reported Outcome Measures, Quality Of Life
About this Content
Aims
Monitor outcomes of group therapy targeting social competence and QOL in patients post-TBI.
Background
TBI patients face social communication challenges impacting their reintegration into society.
Methods
Three patients attended eight weekly sessions; pre/post outcomes measured via DASS-21, QOLIBRI, and LCQ.
Results
Mixed results: improvements in some metrics but no uniform benefit across participants.
Conclusion
Group therapy has potential benefits but requires refinement and further exploration in larger cohorts.
Lessons Learnt
Small sample size limits conclusions; individual variability highlights the need for tailored interventions.
Additional Information
Advocated for further research into local TBI care.
Keywords
Traumatic Brain Injury, Social Competence, Communication Skills, Quality of Life, Peer Learning
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Tan Tock Seng Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Neurology, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Research |
Project Lead(s) | Koh Sze Khee |
Project Member(s) |
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Koh Sze Khee - sze_khee_koh@ttsh.com.sg