Overview
The goal of this study is to learn if a single session intervention for people with Functional Cognitive Disorder (FCD) is feasible and acceptable. The main questions it aims to answer are:
What is the impact of a single session intervention on FCD symptoms, functional impairment, and quality of life in people with FCD?
What is the feasibility and acceptability of piloting a single session intervention for people with FCD.
Participants will:
- Complete questionnaires about cognitive concerns, anxiety, depression, functional impairment and quality of life
- Visit the clinic for a single session intervention including practicing the Attention Training Technique (ATT)
- Complete 2 telephone calls with a researcher to discuss their use of the intervention and to complete the same questionnaires from their clinic visit, and a questionnaire about their experience of the study and intervention.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Adults aged 65 or below
- Meet criteria for diagnosis of FCD (criteria include normal MRI results with no neurological diagnosis, and symptoms that are not explained by any other medical condition, performance at routine pre-baseline neuropsychological assessment within the service)
- Not taking part in any other intervention study or trial
Exclusion Criteria:
- Aged above 65 years
- Lack capacity to consent
- MRI results not in normal range
- Neurological diagnosis
- Indication of severe low mood or depression (from clinical interview, routine measures)
- Taking part in any other intervention study or trial