An examination of prospective memory in MS,employment difficulties, and early departure from work

Title
An examination of prospective memory in MS, employment difficulties and early departure from work

Type of intervention
Vocational/rehabilitation/diagnosis

Form of MS
All forms of MS

Brief summary
This project examines the reasons why some people with MS cease employment early. These reasons may include, for example, difficulties dealing with the physical and mental symptoms of MS in the workplace. A further aim of this study is to trial a promising new measure of prospective memory (or memory for future events) in an Australian MS population.

This tool is expected to prove useful in diagnosing everyday memory problems and predicting the difficulties experienced by people with MS in the workplace. The results of this research are expected to provide invaluable information about the types of factors that are most relevant in predicting early retirement from work or expectations about future work. Such an understanding is important as it may lead to more effective vocational and rehabilitative programs for those who experience difficulties in the workplace as a result of their MS.

Inclusion criteria
Regardless of current MS symptoms, we are seeking people aged between 18 and 65 years who are either currently working or not currently working to participate in this research.

Anticipated start date

Recruitment status
complete

Recruitment contacts

Further details

Region
NSW

Trial results
To view research progress and outcomes please click here 

Last updated: May 2011