TRAINING
The training consists of a specific set of working memory exercises that are performed on the computer, and where the difficulty level is adjusted according to a specific algorithm. The individuals complete a fixed number of trials every day, which takes about 30-40 minutes. This is done for five days a week, for five weeks. During training, performance results are saved and can be used for later analysis. Children, adolescents and some adults need assistance and encouragement with training to achieve optimal performance. This is provided by the coaching that occurs weekly in either in person or telephone sessions with a staff from AlessiCEBS.
THE TRAINING PROGRAM
Cogmed Working Memory Training is developed for children, adolescents, and adults. The training uses one of three software programs with support from a Cogmed-qualified coach from our office. The training is done at home, with daily support from a parent or training aide who participates in each training session. Training can be completed with or without the person's use of medication.
The complete COGMED WORKING MEMORY TRAINING PROGRAM includes:
*please note all of the training can be completed without an office visit - it can be completed via telephone
1. Interview- For children, the training is preceded by an interview with a parent, during which the child's specific difficulties and his or her suitability for the program is assessed. Most children with attention deficits are likely to benefit from the program. If an adolescent or adult is to participate, then he or she would be interviewed prior to the training.
2. Startup session- The startup session gets the participant and the training aide off to a good start with the training.
3. Five weeks of training with coaching sessions- The Cogmed coach follows the results of the training over the Internet. Every week the coach discusses the results and developments with the parent/training aide, and/or the adolescent or adult, in a telephone coaching session.
4. Wrap-up session- When training has been completed, the Cogmed coach makes an evaluation with the child or adolescent and the parent/training aide or the adult and provides a training report. In the event that the training aide is someone other than one of the parents, a parent will also be included in the wrap-up session.
5. Follow-up session- Six months after the training there will be a follow-up session to evaluate the potential benefit of booster training.
