Computer based psychiatric rehabilitation: current activities in Germany

1996 ◽  
Vol 11 (S2) ◽  
pp. 60s-65s ◽  
Author(s):  
R Olbrich
Keyword(s):  
Information Processing ◽  
Cognitive Training ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Psychiatric Rehabilitation ◽  
Computer Based Training ◽  
Software Market ◽  
Sensorimotor Deficits ◽  
Group Format ◽  
Schizophrenic Patients ◽  
Computer Based

SummaryThe present paper deals with computer based training approaches in psychiatric rehabilitation. First an overview of programs is presented, which are currently available on the software market in Germany and appear suitable for the training of patients with information processing (including sensorimotor) deficits. Then a description follows dealing with a clinical setting which may serve to illustrate how computer based cognitive training can be organized in a group format. Finally a couple of clinical studies which have aimed to determine the efficacy of PC based training programs in schizophrenic patients are briefly reviewed.

Developing Computer-Aided Education in Electrical Engineering

1994 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 111-127
Author(s):  
Zenon J. Pudlowski
Keyword(s):  
Research And Development ◽  
Engineering Students ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Electrical Engineering ◽  
Comprehensive Overview ◽  
Computer Based Training ◽  
Computer Aided ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Computer Based Education ◽  
The University

Developing computer-aided education in electrical engineering This paper gives a comprehensive overview of the variety of research and developmental activities for computer-based education which is carried out in the Department of Electrical Engineering at The University of Sydney, particular emphasis being placed on the research and development of computer-based training programs for undergraduate electrical engineering students.

Structural Redesign of Pilot Training and the Automated Aircraft

2021 ◽  
pp. 933-947
Author(s):  
Karlene Petitt
Keyword(s):  
Situation Awareness ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Pilot Training ◽  
Aircraft Accidents ◽  
Critical View ◽  
Computer Based Training ◽  
Flight Simulators ◽  
International Environment ◽  
Structural Redesign ◽  
Computer Based

Flight skill loss due to the overuse of automation has become an industry concern. Aircraft accidents have been attributed to pilots' inability to manage their aircraft in manual flight resulting from unexpected changes in automation and loss of situation awareness. While aviation experts have associated these accidents to diminished stick and rudder skills from the overuse of automation, the problem may be attributed to how pilots are trained in automated aircraft. The FAA has encouraged pilots to manually fly to improve skills; however, limited opportunities for manual flight exist in the current international environment, with potentially less opportunities in the future due to NextGen compliance. A critical view of pilot training identifies how airlines could train pilots in modern day aircraft to maximize safety. The benefit of computer-based training to teach operating procedures, fixed based simulators versus level D full flight simulators, redesigning training programs to improve pilots' understanding through cognitive load theory, and the power of repetition will be addressed.

Alzheimer’s Disease: Special Focus on the Efficacy of Computer-Based Training Programs - A Mini-Review

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (13) ◽  
pp. 1213-1219 ◽  
Author(s):  
Blanka Klimova ◽  
Kamil Kuca ◽  
Petra Maresova
Keyword(s):  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Special Focus ◽  
Computer Based Training ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
The Developed Countries

Background: At present, the number of older people is growing, especially in the developed countries where the living conditions enable a longer life expectancy. However, the higher age may result in the aging diseases such as dementia out which Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most frequent. Nevertheless, to maintain them both physically and mentally active, more assistance is required. Objective: The purpose of this study is to discuss the efficacy of the use of modern information technologies, especially computer-based training programs, on people with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Results: Although the results from the selected studies do not indicate that the computer-based training programs are effective in the delay of cognitive decline is concerned, they suggest that these computerbased training programs are at least appropriate for the improvement of their behavioural symptoms and progression of the disease. Conclusion: Generally, these technological devices may contribute to the reduction of patients´ and their caregivers´ costs and certain flexibility, and thus the improvement of the quality of their life.

On-Road Effectiveness of a Tablet-Based Teen Driver Training Intervention

2016 ◽  
Vol 60 (1) ◽  
pp. 1926-1930 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tracy M. Zafian ◽  
Siby Samuel ◽  
Jennifer Coppola ◽  
Erin G. O’Neill ◽  
Matthew R.E. Romoser ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Training Programs ◽  
Training System ◽  
Training Intervention ◽  
Driver Training ◽  
Novice Drivers ◽  
Computer Based Training ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Novice Driver ◽  
The Difference ◽  
The Impact

The largest cause of novice driver crashes is their inexperience, causing both failures to anticipate hazards and to maintain attention to the forward roadway. A number of computer-based training programs have been shown to improve novice drivers’ hazard anticipation and attention maintenance skills. The Engaged Driver Training System (EDTS) is a computer tablet-based program targeted at teaching novice drivers both, to anticipate latent hazards and decrease distracting activities in the presence of such hazards. Previous simulator testing of EDTS has found it to be effective at improving latent hazard anticipation and decreasing distraction. This current study extends that research by conducting an on-road evaluation of EDTS, and by examining the impact of training parents along with their teens. This evaluation found that EDTS-trained teens showed better hazard anticipation on-road than the placebo-trained teens. Teens who participated with their parents in training identified a higher proportion of latent hazards than teens who did not participate with their parents, but the difference was not statistically significant.

Training Specific Attentiveness Functions to Improve Professional and Social Reintegration of Young Schizophrenic Patients with Multiple Drug Abuse

2009 ◽  
Vol 24 (S1) ◽  
pp. 1-1
Author(s):  
H.J. Kunert ◽  
H.-J. Schatten ◽  
F. Löhrer
Keyword(s):  
Drug Abuse ◽  
Cognitive Training ◽  
Drug Users ◽  
Psychiatric Rehabilitation ◽  
Social Adaptation ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Multiple Drug ◽  
Phasic Alertness ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Schizophrenic Patients

Statement of the problem:Recent studies have conclusively proven the effectiveness of cognitive training in the context of psychiatric rehabilitation. Examinations on young schizophrenic drug users are yet to be done, although it could be shown that most of these patients are likely to relapse, abandon therapy and show untreated social adaptation disorders if existing cognitive functional deficits are not treated appropriately.Method:Pre-post examinations were done on 35 schizophrenic drug users (mean age 26±8 years; 27/8 men) to assess various attentiveness functions (i.e. alertness, divided attentiveness, visual scanning) before and after computerised attentiveness training (CURE therapy system, Siemens (NCSys)). Patient results were compared to those of a control group matched for age, education, illness characteristics and current medication which did not undergo cognitive training. Cognitive training lasted 6 weeks. At the same time, patients were assessed using standardised scales to determine whether their performance improved after work therapy.Results:Computerised attentiveness training led to significant improvement (>30%; p< .05) in everyday attentiveness functions (tonic and phasic alertness, divided attentiveness) as did work therapy (precision, endurance), although some patient subgroups are different in their course of therapy.Discussion:Training specific attentiveness functions helps improve rehabilitation of young schizophrenic patients with multiple drug abuse. Subgroup effects may also be of clinical relevance.

Deployment of Computer-Based Training Programs Via a Hospital Intranet

2004 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 197-210 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christine L. Covell ◽  
Claude Lemay ◽  
Denis Gaumond
Keyword(s):  
Training Programs ◽  
Computer Based Training ◽  
Computer Based

A Review of Computer-Based Cognitive Training for Individuals With Mild Cognitive Impairment and Alzheimer's Disease

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 47-61 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kimberly D. Mueller
Keyword(s):  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Cognitive Training ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Significant Evidence ◽  
Computer Based

Computer-based cognitive training programs are increasing in popularity, not only due to trends in technological advances, but also due to the intense marketing campaigns of such programs toward late-middle-aged and older adults. This article's objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of computer-based cognitive training programs in maintaining or improving cognitive function in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and early-stage Alzheimer's disease (AD). Twelve databases were searched using terms related to computerized cognitive training (CCT) and MCI and Alzheimer's disease (AD). Two raters independently extracted articles using agreed-upon criteria. Due to the heterogeneity of the samples, interventions, and outcomes, data of the studies was not statistically pooled for meta-analysis. Ten studies met the inclusion criteria and the findings were summarized. All of the studies reviewed provided support that computerized cognitive interventions are feasible in people with MCI or early-stage AD. None of the studies yielded significant evidence to support the use of CCT alone for improvement or maintenance of cognitive function in people with MCI or AD. Further, no studies presented significant evidence of transfer of training to everyday skills and tasks. Recommendations for evaluating products and for areas of research need are provided.

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