Abstract:
This study aimed to examine improving remembrance recall among alcoholdependent patients by using a cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) program combined with a mental and physical (MAP) program, studying behavioral memory recall and electrocardiogram data while patients engaged in program activities. The sample consisted of 60 admitted alcohol-dependent patients. They were randomly assigned into one of three groups of equal size. The experimental group were trained and followed up after six months and again after nine months. Data were collected while performing computer screen testing activities using Delayed Matching to Sample (DMS), Paired Associates Learning (PAL), and Pattern Recognition (PRM) and analyzed by using repeated ANOVA and two-way MANOVA. Results indicated that the recollection of memory program was suitable at the highest level. It consisted of six occupational therapy sessions for seven weeks with 90 minutes in each group session. After the experiment, mean scores were higher and reaction times significantly lower than before the experiment (p<.05). Results included a comparison of absolute energy data of the Theta, Alpha, Low Beta, and High Beta EEG frequency ranges during the remembrance recall test activity, including the DMS, PAL, and PRM tests, during sixmonth and nine-month follow-up periods. In the experimental group it was found that the absolute energy values of the Theta, Alpha, Low Beta, and High Beta EEG frequency ranges were significantly higher after training than before training at the .05 level in all brain regions, including the frontal lobe, parietal lobe, and temporal lobe. In conclusion, it was found that CBT combined with MAP can improve recognizable memory in alcoholic patients.