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ArticleArchives of clinical neuropsychology : the official journal of the National Academy of Neuropsychologists2025

Case Reports in the Integration of Technology with Cognitive Rehabilitation for Individuals with Memory Concerns and Their Care Partners.

Karl S Grewal, Eric S Grewal, Allison Cammer, Lachlan A McWilliams, Raymond J Spiteri, Megan E O'Connell

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Article in Archives of clinical neuropsychology : the official journal of the National Academy of Neuropsychologists, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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6 authors.

Karl S GrewalDepartment of Psychology, University of Saskatchewan, 9 Campus Drive, Saskatoon, SK, S7N 5A5, Canada.ORCID 0000-0001-5259-0979
Eric S GrewalEmpire Life, Kingston Ontario, 259 King St E, Kingston, ON K7L 3A8, Canada.
Allison CammerCollege of Pharmacy and Nutrition, University of Saskatchewan, 107 Wiggins Rd, Saskatoon, SK S7N 5E5, Canada.
Lachlan A McWilliamsDepartment of Psychology, University of Saskatchewan, 9 Campus Drive, Saskatoon, SK, S7N 5A5, Canada.
Raymond J SpiteriDepartment of Computer Science, University of Saskatchewan, 176 Thorvaldson Bldg, 110 Science Place, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK S7N 5C9, Canada.
Megan E O'ConnellDepartment of Psychology, University of Saskatchewan, 9 Campus Drive, Saskatoon, SK, S7N 5A5, Canada.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectiveTechnology can be combined with psychological interventions to support older adults with memory concerns. Using a bi-phasic design, cognitive rehabilitation (CR) was integrated with off-the-shelf technology and delivered to two people with cognitive impairment, and one care partner.

methodPre- and post-intervention assessments were completed for all participants. Individuals with memory problems received pre- and post-intervention remote neuropsychological assessment (i.e., Rey auditory verbal learning test; mental alternations test; animal fluency), and the hospital anxiety and depression scale (HADS). The care partner completed the HADS, Zarit burden interview, and neuropsychiatric inventory questionnaire. Change metrics incorporated reliable change indices where possible. Goals were tracked using the Canadian occupation performance measure; these data were analyzed through visual inspection. A research journal (used to document intervention process) was analyzed thematically.

resultsResults cautiously suggested our integration was feasible and acceptable across several technologies and varying goals. Across participants, significant changes in goal progress suggested the integration of technology with CR successfully facilitated goal performance and satisfaction. The research journal underscored the importance of a visual component, intervention flexibility, and a strong therapeutic alliance in integrating technology and CR.

conclusionsCR and technology present a promising avenue for supporting people living with cognitive impairment. Further exploration of technology and CR with a range of etiologies and target goals is warranted.

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Cognitive DysfunctionMemory DisordersCognitive TrainingHumansNeuropsychological TestsAgingCaregiver issuesCase reportsCognitive rehabilitationEveryday functioningQuality of life

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PMCPMC12093230

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