Executive Function and CBT Skills Training for Schizophrenia (E-CBSST Trial)

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Recruiting

Led By Eric Granholm, PhD

Research Sponsored by University of California, San Diego

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Age 60 years or older

Willing and able to speak English

Must not have

Meets criteria for a cognitive disorder or for a neurological or other medical disorder affecting the ability to participate in Executive Function Training or CBSST

Meets diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorder, current major depressive episode, or substance abuse or dependence within the six months prior to the baseline assessment except for caffeine or nicotine

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up baseline, end of executive function training (week 2), mid-trial (week 11), end-trial (week 20)

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial aims to test a combination of two types of training, Executive Function Training and Cognitive-Behavioral Skills Training, to see if it is effective in improving social skills. The goal is to

Who is the study for?

This trial is for individuals with schizophrenia, psychosis, or schizoaffective disorder. Participants should be interested in a new therapy that combines cognitive and behavioral skills training with exercises to improve thinking and decision-making.

What is being tested?

The study tests E-CBSST, which blends Executive Function Training (to enhance thinking and decision-making) with Cognitive-Behavioral Skills Training (for social skills). It aims to see if this can significantly improve daily functioning.

What are the potential side effects?

Since E-CBSST is a non-medical intervention focusing on training and skill development, it may not have typical drug side effects. However, participants might experience fatigue or emotional discomfort during the sessions.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I am 60 years old or older.

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I can speak and understand English.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I have a condition that affects my ability to participate in specific brain training programs.

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I have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, depression, or substance abuse in the last 6 months.

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I have not had electroconvulsive therapy in the last 6 months.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ baseline, end of executive function training (week 2), mid-trial (week 11), end-trial (week 20)

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~baseline, end of executive function training (week 2), mid-trial (week 11), end-trial (week 20)

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and baseline, end of executive function training (week 2), mid-trial (week 11), end-trial (week 20) for reporting.