Improving cognitive rehabilitation for Veterans with mental health issues

Optimizing Cognitive Remediation in VA Mental Health Rehabilitation Settings

NIH-funded research VA San Diego Healthcare System · NIH-11309543

This study is looking to help Veterans with mental health-related cognitive challenges by figuring out which specific brain training methods work best for them, using a special brain test, so they can get personalized support to improve their thinking skills.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionVA San Diego Healthcare System NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (San Diego, United States)
Project IDNIH-11309543 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on enhancing cognitive rehabilitation for Veterans who experience cognitive impairments due to mental health conditions. It aims to identify which Veterans will benefit from specific cognitive remediation interventions by using an EEG biomarker called mismatch negativity (MMN). By predicting recovery outcomes, the study seeks to optimize rehabilitation strategies in mental health settings, ultimately improving the effectiveness of treatment programs. Veterans participating in this research may receive tailored cognitive interventions based on their individual needs.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans with mental health conditions who experience cognitive impairments.

Not a fit: Patients without cognitive impairments or those not receiving mental health rehabilitation services may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cognitive rehabilitation strategies for Veterans, improving their recovery and reintegration into the community.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using EEG biomarkers for predicting treatment outcomes in cognitive rehabilitation, suggesting that this approach may be effective.

Where this research is happening

San Diego, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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