Cognitive Rehabilitation for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBPM Trial)

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen ByErica Weber, PhD

Age: 18 - 65

Sex: Any

Travel: May be covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Kessler Foundation

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?This research aims to test aspects of a computer-based cognitive rehabilitation program designed to improve thinking skills in individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for English-speaking individuals who have had a moderate-to-severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) at least one year ago and are struggling with strategic thinking skills. It's not suitable for those with other serious neurological conditions, major psychiatric disorders like bipolar or schizophrenia, a history of substance abuse, or current steroid/benzodiazepine use.

Exclusion Criteria

I am currently using steroids or benzodiazepines.

Participant Groups

The study is examining the effectiveness of a computer-based cognitive rehabilitation program aimed at enhancing thinking abilities in people who have suffered from TBI. Participants will engage with this digital therapy to see if it can help improve their memory and cognitive functions.

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: ExperimentalExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

The experimental group will receive treatment program designed to train strategic cognitive functions. Sessions will last 50 minutes and take place twice per week for 16 weeks.

Group II: Control groupActive Control1 Intervention

The control group will receive no active treatment and will be treated as a "no-contact control" group.