A retrospective, observational study of real-world clinical data from the Cognitive Function Development Therapy program
2024

Improving Cognitive Function with Cognitive Function Development Therapy

Sample size: 183 publication 10 minutes Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Kirby Eric D., Beyst Brian, Beyst Jen, Brodie Sonia M., D’Arcy Ryan C. N.

Primary Institution: Cognitive Function Development Institute

Hypothesis

Individuals who have undergone CFDT would show improved cognitive measures as determined by analysis of the primary cognitive functions (PCFs).

Conclusion

The study suggests that CFDT improves cognitive performance and may also enhance neurophysiological measures of cognition.

Supporting Evidence

  • PCF scores significantly increased from pre- to post-treatment.
  • CFDT showed a significant effect on cognitive performance measures.
  • Age was found to negatively correlate with cognitive improvement.
  • Neurophysiological measures indicated changes in P300 amplitude.

Takeaway

This study shows that a special therapy can help people think better and remember things more easily.

Methodology

The study analyzed real-world data from 183 clients undergoing CFDT, measuring cognitive performance before and after treatment.

Potential Biases

Potential bias due to the retrospective design and the diverse range of diagnoses among participants.

Limitations

The study's retrospective nature limits the interpretation of results, and it did not include diagnosis as a predictive variable.

Participant Demographics

The sample included 183 participants, with a mean age of 23 years, and 86 females.

Statistical Information

P-Value

<0.001

Statistical Significance

p<0.001

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3389/fnhum.2024.1508815

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