Enhancing Cognitive Function and Reintegration in Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans With PTSD Using Computer-Based Cognitive Training
Abstract
The investigators hypothesis are as follows:
H1a: OEF/OIF veterans with PTSD who perform cognitive training (CT) will demonstrate greater objective improvements on standard (untrained) neurocognitive measures, with the largest gains in verbal memory, learning and sustained attention.
H1b: Objective cognitive improvements in CT participants will be sustained at three months post-intervention, suggesting persistence of neuroplasticity-based cognitive training benefits.
H2a: OEF/OIF veterans with PTSD who perform CT will report greater improvements in cognitive function.
H2b: OEF/OIF veterans with PTSD who perform CT will demonstrate improved social and occupational functioning and quality of life.
H2c: OEF/OIF veterans with PTSD who perform CT will demonstrate greater improvements in community reintegration.
Conditions: Cognitive Impairment.
Primary outcome: Change Scores of Standard (Untrained) Neurocognitive Measures (Verbal Memory, Learning and Sustained Attention).
Enrollment: 25 participants.
How strong is the evidence?
Evidence Hub reads this as a clinical trial, done in people. Its evidence level is 3 of 5 (Moderate · trial / cohort / secondary analysis). Trials without a large randomized design, cohorts and secondary analyses give moderate evidence. Reported size: 25 participants or records.
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