Community-based cognitive remediation program for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This program aims to improve cognitive skills in adults with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders through a community-based cognitive remediation approach. Participants will engage in a structured intervention that includes computer-assisted exercises and group sessions facilitated by therapists. The study will also explore how motivation and social interaction influence cognitive improvements and functional abilities. The focus is on addressing cognitive impairments that hinder community integration and quality of life.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* A diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder according to Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-5th Edition (DSM-V).
* Completed at least ten years of formal education with English as the main instructional language. Participants need to be able to converse in English and understand English instructions, as the cognitive remediation program will be conducted in English.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Known neurological diseases and epilepsy, which affects gains from cognitive remediation.
* Unable to speak and understand English.
* Hospitalized within the past one month.
* Global Assessment of Functioning score of 30 or below, as participants who are too low functioning are unable to benefit from a strategy learning approach.

Where it's running

• Anglican Care Center-Bukit Batok
  Singapore, Singapore Recruiting
• Anglican Care Center-Hougang
  Singapore, Singapore Recruiting
• Anglican Care Center-Simei
  Singapore, Singapore Recruiting
• Anglican Care Center-Pasir Ris
  Singapore, Singapore Not yet recruiting
• Anglican Care Center-Yishun
  Singapore, Singapore Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Bhing-Leet Tan, PhD — Bhing-Leet Tan
• Study coordinator: Bhing-Leet Tan, PhD
• Email: bhingleet.tan@singaporetech.edu.sg
• Phone: +6598422783

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.