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Neuropsychology review
Mar, 1996;6 (1): 47-60.

Neurocognitive functioning in chronic fatigue syndrome.

R K DiPino, R L Kane
Author Information
  1. R K DiPino: Department of Psychology, Veterans Administration Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland 21201, USA.
PMID: 9144668 DOI: 10.1007/BF01875419

Abstract

Although substantial research has been conducted on chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) over the past decade, the syndrome remains poorly understood. The most recent case definition describes CFS as being characterized both by disabling fatigue and by subjective reports of difficulty with concentration and "short-term" memory. However, research into the neurocognitive and psychological functioning of individuals with CFS has provided mixed objective results. The current paper reviews studies that have examined the neurocognitive and/or psychological functioning of individuals with CFS. Changes in research design and instruments employed to study individuals with CFS are suggested.

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MeSH Term

Attention
Cerebral Cortex
Cognition Disorders
Fatigue Syndrome, Chronic
Humans
Memory, Short-Term
Neuropsychological Tests
Journal Article Review

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