76644 Cognitive and Behavioral Outcomes in Adolescents with Sickle Cell Disease Before and After a Telehealth Cognitive Remediation Program to Prepare for Transition of Care

Abstract

IMPACT: This study is providing a telehealth intervention for the first time in patients with sickle cell disease with the goal of improving cognitive functioning and preparing adolescents for successful transition of care to adult healthcare providers. OBJECTIVES/GOALS: There is a high prevalence of cognitive impairment in adolescents with sickle cell disease (SCD). The purpose of this study is to test the efficacy of an individualized cognitive remediation program designed to promote not just cognitive function, but also adaptive and self-management skills necessary for successful transition to independence. METHODS/STUDY POPULATION: 12 participants with SCD (5 males, ages 10-16) participated in an individualized program, Cognitive-Remediation of Executive and Adaptive Deficits in Youth [C-READY], consisting of three main components: individual goal-based therapy, parent training sessions, and home skill practice. C-READY sessions occur one-on-one with a trained therapist for 8 sessions conducted over 4 weeks. Weekly parent training sessions are also conducted as part of the C-READY program. All of these sessions occurred via