Visit 2

Abstract

In Visit 2, the survivor and clinician review homework from Visit 1. Any difficulty in applying compensatory strategies is reviewed and problem-solved. A review of memory and attention problem records is aimed at identifying themes in memory and attention failures (e.g., verbal-auditory, visual-attention, recall of written or auditory information, ability to follow instruction) while acknowledging the role of environmental factors and inner physical and emotional states (e.g., anxiety, frustration, fatigue, hunger, pain, etc.). A review of progressive muscle relaxation sets the stage for learning quick relaxation. An important internal strategy—self-instructional training—is reviewed and rehearsed so that the survivor can apply it in daily life in a practical way.