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Randomized Controlled Trial
. 2009 Jun-Jul;24(3):234-45.
doi: 10.1177/1533317509332624. Epub 2009 Apr 3.

Preserving cognition through an integrated cognitive stimulation and training program

Margie Eckroth-Bucher  1 , James Siberski
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Randomized Controlled Trial

Preserving cognition through an integrated cognitive stimulation and training program

Margie Eckroth-Bucher et al. Am J Alzheimers Dis Other Demen. 2009 Jun-Jul.

Abstract

Background: Cognitive decline leads to disability and increased health care expenditures.

Methods: Effectiveness of an intervention to stimulate multiple cognitive domains was determined using a format combining traditional and computer-based activities (Integrated Cognitive Stimulation and Training Program), 45 minutes a day, 2 days a week, for 6 weeks. Nonimpaired, mildly, and moderately-impaired participants > age 65 (n = 32) were randomly allocated into a control or experimental group. Using a repeated measures design participants were tested again postintervention and at 8 weeks follow-up.

Results: Statistically significant improvement on Dementia Rating Scale scores occurred for mildly and moderately impaired treatment participants (n = 15). Statistical significance was demonstrated on subscales of the WMS-III: Logical Memory I and Logical Memory II.

Conclusion: Blending computer-based with traditional cognitive stimulation activities shows promise in preserving cognitive function in elders. Future studies to explore efficacy in larger, more diverse samples are needed.

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