Cogmed
Specialty program designed to improve working memory using
Cogmed computerized training paired with
speech therapy exercises/strategies.
Working Memory
Ability to hold and manipulate information in your mind.
This skills controls your attention, helps you remember what to focus on.
Behavioral signs of
low work memory capacity
Easily distracted
Short attention span
Make careless mistakes
Appear forgetful - lose items
Unable to carry out instructions
Constantly changing tasks
Difficulty organizing tasks
Impulsive decision-making
Examples of
limited working memory
Frustrated with how often you have to go back and reread the next step of a recipe.
Going to another room and forgetting what you were doing.
Distracted by a notification on your phone and forget why you got your phone.
Getting distracted because it is too overwhelming to listen to the teacher's instructions.
Benefits of
high working memory capacity
Ability to focus
Keep more numbers in mind
Remember multiple step directions
Less likely to act on impulse
Improved stamina during mentally demanding tasks
Populations
associated with lower working memory and attention
ADHD, ADD
Premature birth
Traumatic brain injury
Stroke
Cancer treatment
Serving children and adults
PROGRAM DETAILS
Dynamic computerized working memory training system that increases in difficulty as you level up.
Your speech therapist will serve as a coach to help you:
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Progress through training
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Apply working memory strategies to everyday tasks
The speech therapist will customize a plan with you:
Frequency = 3-5 times per week
Session Time = 25-50 minutes
Total duration = 5-13 weeks
