New Cogmed QM.
An evidence-based intervention for improving concentration in adults.
Working memory gradually declines after age 30.
- Symptoms of poor working memory include: forgetfulness, trouble staying organized, focusing and
keeping track in a conversation.- Research demonstrates working memory is inseparably linked to attention control.
Home-based Training
- Cogmed Working Memory Training is done in-home, 30-40 minutes per day, five days a week for five weeks.
- Created for individuals 14+ with attention deficits.
Benefits
- Improved attention.
- better complex reasoning skills.
Evidence-based intervention
- Cogmed QM is based on the success of our children's program, scientifically validated by placebo-controlled clinical studies published in respected professional journals.
Available through cogmed Qualified Practices
- Training is conducted by staff led by a licensed psychologist
Basic Adult Training (5 weeks)
Cogmed Working Memory Training is developed for adolescents and adults over the age of fourteen who have attention deficits. The training is computerized using the QM software with support from a Cogmed-qualified coach. Training
is done at home or office, and takes five weeks, 30-45 minutes a day, five days a week.
- Interview – In the office or by phone an interview session is conducted to identify specific working memory deficits. The likelihood of him/her benefiting from the training is decided. Additional assessment may be recommended.
- Start up session – A training system is designed and training begins.
- Five weeks' training with coaching sessions – The coach follows the results of the training over the Internet.
Every week the coach discusses the results and developments with the client and parent (if client is under the age of eighteen) in a coaching session.
- Wrap-up session – When the course has been completed, the coach makes an evaluation with the client and produces a training report. If the client is under the age of eighteen, then a parent will also be included in the evaluation session.
- Follow up – Five to six months after the conclusion of training, the coach calls the client and/or parent to follow up on
long-term progress.
Important notice: Cogmed Working Memory Training is not intended to be a substitute for a health care provider's consultation or a substitute for medication that a doctor may have prescribed. Scientific research in respect of Cogmed Working Memory Training has evidenced strong improvement effects. Even so, the effect or result in the individual case and for a specific user can never be guaranteed and results may vary.
