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Title:	Length of Illness Does Not Predict Cognitive Dysfunction in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Author:	Santamarina-Perez, Pilar; Eiroá Orosa, Francisco José; Freniche, Verónica; Moreno-Mayos, Áurea; Alegre Martín, José; Saez, Naia; Jacas, Carlos
Other authors:	Universitat de Barcelona
Abstract:	Neuropsychological studies have shown cognitive impairment in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), particularly in information-processing speed. The aim of this study was to examine the evolution of cognitive impairment in CFS. The evolution is one of the most disabling aspects of the CFS, and it has received little attention in the literature. Fifty-six women with CFS were assessed with neuropsychological tests. Patients were divided into three groups based on the duration of the disease. There were no differences between groups in terms of cognitive function. The cognitive impairment in CFS was not found to be more severe with longer disease duration. These data suggest that there is no progressive cognitive impairment in patients with CFS. Therefore, the cognitive deficits in CFS should be treated with cognitive rehabilitation programs focused on improving emotional distress associated to the illness and on promoting functional abilities.
Subject(s):	-Síndrome de fatiga crònica -Trastorns de la cognició -Chronic fatigue syndrome -Cognition disorders
Rights:	(c) American College of Professional Neuropsychology, 2011
Document type:	Article Article - Accepted version
Published by:	Taylor and Francis
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