Compensatory Cognitive Training for Neuropsychiatric Conditions-Presentation Slides

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This document is a summary of a webinar on compensatory cognitive training for neuropsychiatric conditions, which was part of an initiative by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).<br /><br />The webinar discussed the Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness (CSS-SMI) initiative, which is funded by SAMHSA and implemented by APA. It also provided information on continuing education credits for physicians and psychologists attending the webinar.<br /><br />The webinar was presented by Elizabeth W Twamley, a professor of psychiatry at UC San Diego. She discussed the importance of compensatory and restorative interventions to improve cognition in individuals with psychiatric disorders. The session focused on four domains of cognitive functioning targeted by Compensatory Cognitive Training (CCT): prospective memory, conversational and task attention, learning and memory, and executive functioning/cognitive flexibility.<br /><br />The webinar covered various topics related to CCT, including goals, techniques, service user experiences, treatment adaptations for individuals with cognitive difficulties, enhancing motivation and self-efficacy, and providing cues to action. It emphasized the importance of linking cognitive strategies with individual rehabilitation goals.<br /><br />The presentation also highlighted the results of previous studies on CCT, which showed positive effects on cognitive performance, functional capacity, psychiatric and post-concussive symptoms, and quality of life. The session included case examples and testimonials from service users who found CCT helpful in managing their daily lives and achieving their goals.<br /><br />The webinar concluded with a discussion on identifying good candidates for CCT and adapting treatments for individuals with cognitive impairments. It emphasized the need for flexibility in the treatment approach and the importance of involving family members. The presenter also provided information on additional resources, such as the CogSMART app, which offers free web-based cognitive training modules.<br /><br />The document includes references for further reading and information on upcoming webinars and the SAMHSA initiatives related to evidence-based practice in mental health. It also provides instructions for claiming continuing education credits and upcoming webinars on other topics.

Keywords

compensatory cognitive training

neuropsychiatric conditions

Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness

Elizabeth W Twamley

cognitive functioning

treatment adaptations

positive effects

quality of life

family involvement

evidence-based practice