Intervention/Models for Cognitive Impairment

Question 1

Approaches for addressing cognitive impairments

Answer 1

• cognitive remediation
• Integrated Psychological therapy (IPT)
• Dynamic Interactional Approach
• Cognitive adaptation
• Compensatory thinking strategy
• Cognitive Disability and Practice Model
• Errorless Learning
• Reality Orientation and Validation
• Classroom and Parental Interventions for ADHD

Question 2

Cognitive Remediation

Answer 2

• targets cognitive impairment
• Intervention directed at improving a particular skill
• Improves or restore specific cognitive skills such as Attention Memory and problem solving

Question 3

Cognitive Remediation improves or restores skills such as

Answer 3

Attention
Memory
Problem solving

Question 4

Cognitive Remediation incorporates activities that are incrementally graded for improving cognitive processes

Answer 4

Computer-based training
Paper and pencil tasks
Group exercises

Question 5

Cognitive Remediation-Essential Characteristics

Answer 5

• Repetition and rehearsal
• Frequent sessions
• Include Homework