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Psychological evaluation of adults in a cochlear implant program
1Centre for Audiology, Education of the Deaf, and Speech Pathology, School of Education, University of Manchester, England.
American Annals of the Deaf
|December 1, 1993
Summary
Psychological evaluations are crucial for cochlear implant success, guiding patient suitability and monitoring progress. This study details assessment methods and findings for 40 patients, including those with deaf-blindness.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Psychology
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Limited research exists on psychological evaluations for cochlear implant (CI) patients compared to surgical and audiological aspects.
- Psychological assessment is a key component of CI programs, aiding in patient selection and ongoing care.
- The Manchester CI program integrates formal and informal psychological evaluations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the rationale for psychological evaluations in prospective cochlear implant recipients.
- To describe methods for monitoring the psychological status of cochlear implant recipients.
- To report initial assessment findings for the first 40 cochlear implant patients.
Main Methods:
- Formal and informal psychological assessments.
- Review of patient suitability for cochlear implantation.
- Monitoring of recipient psychological progress.
- Description of assessment techniques used in the Manchester program.
Main Results:
- Psychological evaluations inform decisions regarding patient suitability for cochlear implantation.
- Initial assessment findings for 40 cochlear implant patients are presented.
- The study includes data from five deaf-blind patients.
Conclusions:
- Psychological evaluation is integral to cochlear implant programs.
- Assessment and monitoring are vital for successful cochlear implant outcomes.
- The Manchester program's approach provides a model for psychological care in CI recipients.