Overview
The purpose of the study is to test two different training programs to find out which is better at helping people with a concussion or mild TBI (mTBI) improve their emotional health and well-being. Study participation is completely remote and will last approximately 8 months total, involving 4 assessment visits and 8 sessions of brain training via a secure video-conferencing platform. The 4 assessment visits (about 30-90 minutes each) include surveys and questionnaires about participant's emotional health. These assessment visits will take place before the training, immediately after the training, 3 months after training and 6 months after training. The 8 sessions of 1-on-1 training (about 60-90 minutes each) will be completed over the course of approximately 1 month.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Mild TBI
- ≥18 years old
- ≥6 months post-TBI
- Elevated alexithymia and emotion dysregulation
- Capacity to consent
- Speaks and understands English
- Personal device capable of video conferencing and internet
Exclusion Criteria:
- Premorbid neurological disorder other than TBI
- Degenerative neurologic condition
- Active or uncontrolled major psychiatric disorder
- Conditions that pose safety concern to self or others, such as suicide risk
- Previous psychiatric hospitalization
- Visual, hearing, communication, or cognitive impairments that would impede participation
- Unstable medications (e.g., started \< 6 weeks prior to enrollment) or anticipated medication changes that will influence mood/ affect during study participation
- Active involvement in an intensive rehabilitation program
- Individuals who recently started psychotherapy and/or mental health counseling (e.g., \<3 months prior)
