Cognitive Screening and Cognitive Training in Seniors
Overview
- Phase
- N/A
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Sponsor
- The University of Texas at Dallas
- Enrollment
- 71
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Improvement in memory or thinking after brain training
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 2 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
This study will provide cognitive screenings for seniors age 50 and older. It will also investigate the benefits of two different cognitive training programs for seniors who have lower baseline performance on memory and/or gist reasoning tests.
Detailed Description
This study consists of two parts which includes cognitive screening and cognitive training. Participants will initially participate in the cognitive screening portion of the study. If qualified, participants will participate in the cognitive training portion of this study which includes additional cognitive communication, neuropsychological testing, and EEG.
Investigators
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •Cognitive complaints in the absence of dementia
- •Participate in tasks involving motor abilities such as use of at least one arm and hand
- •Read, speak, and comprehend English
- •At least 50 years of age
- •Comprehend simple instructions, perform tasks, and take part in intervention
Exclusion Criteria
- •Not proficient in reading,comprehending, and speaking English
- •History of learning disability, stroke, cognitive impairment, major psychiatric illness, alcoholism, or substance abuse
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Improvement in memory or thinking after brain training
Time Frame: beginning (0 weeks) to end (4 weeks)
To examine short-term effects of treatment on cognition using neuropsychological measures
Secondary Outcomes
- Measures changes in brain wave activity(beginning (0 weeks) and end (4 weeks))