1. Cognitive remediation in schizophrenia: should we attempt it?
- Author
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Spring BJ and Ravdin L
- Subjects
- Brain Injuries etiology, Brain Injuries rehabilitation, Brain Injuries therapy, Cognition Disorders etiology, Cognition Disorders rehabilitation, Female, Head Injuries, Closed complications, Humans, Male, Patient Participation, Psychotherapy methods, Schizophrenia rehabilitation, Cognition Disorders therapy, Schizophrenia therapy, Schizophrenic Psychology
- Abstract
Subtle cognitive deficits persist in schizophrenia even after active periods of psychosis subside. Even though early attempts to ameliorate cognitive impairments were relatively successful, the endeavor was abandoned nearly 30 years ago. We contrast this state of affairs with that of closed-head injury, in which less well-designed and less successful attempts to treat similar impairments have been greeted with much enthusiasm. Objections to cognitive remediation in schizophrenia are evaluated and the attempt is encouraged.
- Published
- 1992
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