Positive effects of a novel cognitive remediation computer game (X-Cog) in first episode psychosis: a pilot study

Majid M. Saleem, Michael K. Harte, Kay M. Marshall, Andy Scally, Anita Brewin and Jo C. Neill

Psychosis, 2014, vol. 6, issue 3, 215-219

Abstract: Aim: Improved approaches to remediate cognitive deficits are needed. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of a novel cognitive remediation (CR) game in first episode psychosis (FEP). Methods: Participants were 11 FEP clients in two treatment arms; CR and Treatment as Usual (TAU). Baseline assessments included pre-morbid IQ, symptoms and neurocognition. The CR group had 8 sessions of therapy in a group setting with the control group receiving TAU. Post intervention groups were re-assessed for symptoms and cognitive function. Results: There were no significant differences between groups at baseline in symptoms or cognitive function. Post intervention significant improvements were observed in negative symptoms and executive function along with a significant relationship between negative symptoms and executive function in the CR group. Conclusions: These data, from a small sample, suggest that X-Cog could form part of an effective strategy to remediate cognitive deficits.

Date: 2014
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DOI: 10.1080/17522439.2013.791876

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