Improving cognitive function in Veterans after COVID-19
Official title: Cognitive rehabilitation to improve functioning in Veterans following COVID-19
Funded at VA San Diego Healthcare System · NIH-11066516 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help Veterans who are having trouble with memory and anxiety after COVID-19 by testing a new treatment called Compensatory Cognitive Training (CCT) to see if it can improve their daily life compared to another program.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA San Diego Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK2RX004764-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11066516 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans experiencing cognitive symptoms after COVID-19 infection.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have cognitive symptoms related to COVID-19 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on helping Veterans who experience cognitive difficulties following COVID-19, such as memory problems and anxiety. It aims to evaluate a treatment called Compensatory Cognitive Training (CCT), which has shown promise in improving everyday functioning and cognitive abilities. Veterans will participate in a pilot trial comparing CCT with a control program called Holistic Cognitive Education. The study will assess how well these interventions work and their feasibility for Veterans suffering from long COVID symptoms.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance cognitive functioning and quality of life for Veterans affected by long COVID.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that Compensatory Cognitive Training is effective for Veterans with various cognitive dysfunctions, indicating a promising approach for this population.
Where this research is happening
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VA San Diego Healthcare System
San Diego, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Austin, Tara — VA San Diego Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Austin, Tara
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.