Brief Report: Description of Feasibility and Satisfaction Findings from an Innovative Online Family Problem-solving Intervention for Adolescents following Traumatic Brain Injury

Objective To describe feasibility and satisfaction findings from an innovative online family problem-solving intervention for adolescents with traumatic brain injury (TBI). Methods Nine adolescents who sustained a moderate to severe TBI in the previous 24 months and their families participated in a...

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Published in:Journal of pediatric psychology 2009-06, Vol.34 (5), p.517-522
Main Authors: Wade, Shari L., Walz, Nicolay Chertkoff, Carey, JoAnne C., Williams, Kendra M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
acquired brain injury
Adolescent
Behavior Therapy - methods
Brain Injuries - psychology
Brain Injuries - therapy
Child
Cognition
Feasibility Studies
Female
Humans
Internet
Male
Parents - education
Patient Education as Topic
Patient Satisfaction
Patients - psychology
Problem Solving
Social Behavior
Social Support
telehealth
Treatment Outcome
Videoconferencing - statistics & numerical data
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Summary:Objective To describe feasibility and satisfaction findings from an innovative online family problem-solving intervention for adolescents with traumatic brain injury (TBI). Methods Nine adolescents who sustained a moderate to severe TBI in the previous 24 months and their families participated in a novel, online, manualized treatment program (Teen Online Problem Solving, TOPS) consisting of 10 web-based sessions providing information and interactive exercises on cognitive, social, and behavioral skills typically affected by TBI. Web-based sessions were followed by synchronous video conferences with a therapist to review target skills and apply the problem-solving process to family goals. Results All teens and consenting parents completed at least 10 sessions. The website and videoconferences received moderate to high ratings on helpfulness and ease of use. Parents and teens reported increased knowledge regarding targeted knowledge and skills. Conclusions Findings support the acceptability of TOPS for adolescent TBI.
ISSN:0146-8693
1465-735X
1465-735X
DOI:10.1093/jpepsy/jsn081