Cognitive Training Research

ADHD, Working Memory and Cognitive Dysfunction
Multiple Sclerosis

Schizophrenia and Chronic Psychiatric Disorders
Stroke
Traumatic Brain Injury

Parkinson’s Disease

Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Cerebral Malaria and HIV

ADHD, Working Memory and Cognitive Dysfunctions

TitleAuthorPublicationYearLink to Abstract
“A Randomized Trial of Two Promising Computer-Based Interventions for Children with Attention Difficulties.”D.L. Rabiner, et. alJournal of Abnormal Child Psychology2010Abstract
“Changes After EEG Biofeedback and Cognitive Retraining in Adults with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.”T. Tinius, et. alJournal of Neurotherapy2000Abstract
“Computerized Cognitive Training for Severely Emotionally Disturbed Children with ADHD.”S.E. Slate, et. alBehavior Modification1998Abstract
“Computer-assisted cognitive training for ADHD.”D.B. Kotwal, et. alBehavior Modification1996Abstract
“Effects of Two Treatment Techniques on Delay and Vigilance Tasks with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) Children.”C.W. Hall, et. alThe Journal of Psychology1992Abstract
“Computerized Training of Working Memory in Children with ADHD–A Randomized, Controlled Trial.”T. Kingberg, et. alJournal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry2005Abstract
“A Workout for Working Memory”S. DingfelderAPA Monitor2005Abstract
“Training The Brain: Cognitive Therapy as an Alternative to ADHD Drugs”G. Sinha Scientific American2005Abstract
“Effects of Cognitive Training on Academic and On-Task Behavior of Hyperactive Children”M.I. Cameron, et. alJournal of Abnormal Child Psychology1980Abstract
“Psychology of Computers: XIV. Cognitive Rehabilitation Through Computer Games”S. Larose, et. alPerceptual and Motor Skills1989Abstract
"The effectiveness of computerized cognitive training and neurofeedback treatment in improving the functioning of ADHD children"A. Fine, et. alIn Preparation1993Abstract

Multiple Sclerosis

TitleAuthorPublicationYearLink to Abstract
“Psychological Interventions for Multiple Sclerosis”P.W. Thomas, et. alCochrane Database of Systematic Reviews2006Abstract

Schizophrenia and Chronic Psychiatric Disorders

TitleAuthorPublicationYearLink to Abstract
“Computer-assisted cognitive rehabilitation reduces negative symptoms in the severely mentally ill”D.M. Bellucci, et. alSchizophrenia Research2003Abstract
“Computer-Assisted Cognitive Rehabilitation of Chronic Psychiatric Inpatients” Philip C. Burda, et. alComputers in Human Behavior1994Abstract
“Training Effects of Computer-based Cognitive Training in Patients with Schizophrenia”S. Bender, et. alSchizophrenia Research2003Abstract
“The Effects of Neurocognitive Remediation on Executive Processing in Patients with Schizophrenia”T. Wykes, et. alSchizophrenia Bulletin1999Abstract
“Cognitive Remediation of Working Memory Deficits: Durability of Training Effects in Severely Impaired and Less Severely Impaired Schizophrenia”M. Bell, et. alActa Psychiatrica Scandinavica2003Abstract
“Cognitive Training of Verbal Memory using a Dichotic Listening Paradigm: Impact on Symptoms and Cognition”J. M. Fiszdon, et. alActa Psychiatrica Scandinavica2005Abstract
“Effects of Neurocognitive Enhancement Therapy in Schizophrenia: Normalisation of Memory Performance”M. Bell, et. alCognitive Neuropsychiatry2004Abstract

Stroke

TitleAuthorPublicationYearLink to Abstract
“Management of Adult Stroke Rehabilitation Care”P. Duncan, et alStroke2005Abstract
“Cognitive Rehabilitation of Memory Following Stroke. Theory, Practice, and Outcome”G.M. CuestaAdvances in Neurology2003Abstract

Traumatic Brain Injury

TitleAuthorPublicationYearLink to Abstract
“Changes After EEG Biofeedback and Cognitive Retraining in Adults with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder”T. Tinius, et alJournal of Neurotherapy2000Abstract
“EEG Changes on TBI Patients During Cognitive Tasks after Cognitive Rehabilitation”S. Stathopoulou, et alJournal of Neurotherapy2001Abstract
“Computerized Errorless Learning-based Memory Rehabilitation for Chinese Patients with Brain Injury: A Preliminary Quasi-experimental Clinical Design Study”Z.L.Dou, et alBrain Injury2006Abstract
“A Rehabilitative Program for Central Executive Deficits after Traumatic Brain Injury”A. SerinoBrain and Cognition2006Abstract
“Beneficial Effect from a Cognitive Training Programme on Children with Acquired Brain Injuries Demonstrated in a Controlled Study” I.V. Hooft, et alBrain Injury2005Abstract
“Evidence Based Cognitive Rehabilitation: Recommendations for Clinical Practice"K.D. Cicerone, et alArchives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation2000Abstract
“Cognitive Training in Home Environment”L. Boman, et alBrain Injury2004Abstract

Parkinson’s Disease

TitleAuthorPublicationYearLink to Abstract
“Training of Executive Functions in Parkinson’s Disease”G. Sammer, et alJournal of Neurological Sciences2006Abstract

Alzheimer’s and Dementia

TitleAuthorPublicationYearLink to Abstract
“Cognitive Training in Alzheimer’s Disease: A Meta-analysis of the Literature”D.I. Sitzer, et alActa Psychiatrica Scandinavica2006Abstract
“Long-term Improvements in Cognitive Performance through Computer-assisted Cognitive Training: A Pilot Study in a Residential Home for Older People”V.K. Gunther, et alAging and Mental Health2003Abstract
“Cognitive-Training Programs for Older Adults: What Are they and Can they Enhance Mental Fitness?”G. Thompson, et alEducational Gerontology2005Abstract
“Older Adults’ Strategic Behavior: Effects of Individual versus Collaborative Cognitive Training”J. Saczynski, et alEducational Gerontology2004Abstract
“Cognitive Training and Cognitive Rehabilitation for People with Early-stage Alzheimer’s disease: A Review”L. Clare, et alNeuropsychological Rehabilitation2004Abstract
“Aging with Grace: What the Nun Study Teaches Us about Leading Longer, Healthier, and More Meaningful Lives”D. SnowdonBook2001Abstract

Cerebal Malaria and HIV

TitleAuthorPublicationYearLink to Abstract
“Immediate neuropsychological and behavioral benefits of computerized cognitive rehabilitation in Ugandan pediatric cerebral malaria survivors”P. Bangirana, et alJournal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics2009Abstract
“A pilot study of the neuropsychological benefits of computerized cognitive rehabilitation in Ugandan children with HIV”M.J. Boivin, et alNeuropsychology2010Abstract