2023
Cognitive training for children with ADHD: composite cognitive score outcome in a randomized controlled trial
Bikic A, Dalsgaard S, Pittman B, Leckman J, Wexler B. Cognitive training for children with ADHD: composite cognitive score outcome in a randomized controlled trial. Nordic Journal Of Psychiatry 2023, 78: 87-91. PMID: 37905332, DOI: 10.1080/08039488.2023.2270954.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorderCognitive trainingDeficit/hyperactivity disorderComposite cognition scoreSessions of trainingCognitive functioningHyperactivity disorderCognitive improvementCognition scoresTraining sessionsMixed resultsFrequency of trainingTrainingChildrenSessionsIntervention groupCognitionInterventionFunctioningPost Hoc AnalysisScore outcomesControl groupPrevious studiesDisordersOutcomes
2013
Factor Structure of Social Cognition in Schizophrenia: Is Empathy Preserved?
Corbera S, Wexler BE, Ikezawa S, Bell MD. Factor Structure of Social Cognition in Schizophrenia: Is Empathy Preserved? Schizophrenia Research And Treatment 2013, 2013: 409205. PMID: 24455254, PMCID: PMC3876916, DOI: 10.1155/2013/409205.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchBasic social cognitionSocial cognitionInterpersonal discomfortCognitive processing deficitsSocial cognitive impairmentsSocial cognitive measuresSocial cognitive interventionsCognitive interventionsCognitive measuresProcessing deficitsLower social performanceCognitionSocial interactionCore featuresEmpathyFactor structureCognitive impairmentLower scoresNeurocognitionHigher scoresSocial functionSocial performanceSpecific aspectsSchizophreniaPoor functional outcomeIntegrated Brain and Body Exercises for ADHD and Related Problems with Attention and Executive Function
Wexler B. Integrated Brain and Body Exercises for ADHD and Related Problems with Attention and Executive Function. International Journal Of Gaming And Computer-Mediated Simulations 2013, 5: 10-26. DOI: 10.4018/jgcms.2013070102.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCognitive strengthsExecutive functionBrain training programsIndividual profilesElementary school childrenNeurocognitive systemsUsers’ individual profilesIntegrated brainBrain exerciseNeuroplastic processesHuman brainTraining programSchool childrenChildrenFormal testsADHDCognitionPhysical exerciseAttentionIntegrated seriesBrainTrainingRelated problemsProgramBody exercise
2012
Empathy in electrodermal responsive and nonresponsive patients with schizophrenia
Ikezawa S, Corbera S, Liu J, Wexler BE. Empathy in electrodermal responsive and nonresponsive patients with schizophrenia. Schizophrenia Research 2012, 142: 71-76. PMID: 23058162, PMCID: PMC3502678, DOI: 10.1016/j.schres.2012.09.011.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdultAnalysis of VarianceAntipsychotic AgentsChlorpromazineElectroencephalographyEmpathyEvoked PotentialsFemaleGalvanic Skin ResponseHumansMaleMiddle AgedNeuropsychological TestsPersonality TestsPsychiatric Status Rating ScalesPsychotic DisordersRecognition, PsychologySchizophreniaSchizophrenic PsychologySocial BehaviorConceptsSkin conductance responsesEvent Related PotentialsSocial cognitionEmotion-evoking stimuliHealthy controlsPictures of peopleAssessment of symptomsERP responsesPersonal distressConductance responsesRelated potentialsNonresponsive patientsSchizophrenia patientsSCR frequencyCognitionPatientsSocial functionSocial integrationPotential markerSchizophreniaDistressPainPrognosisSubgroupsSymptoms
2010
Memory profiles in schizophrenia: Categorization validity and stability
Bell MD, Johannesen JK, Greig TC, Wexler BE. Memory profiles in schizophrenia: Categorization validity and stability. Schizophrenia Research 2010, 118: 26-33. PMID: 20085855, PMCID: PMC3699867, DOI: 10.1016/j.schres.2009.12.037.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsSocial cognitive domainsMemory profileCognitive domainsHopkins Verbal LearningCluster analytic techniquesSocial cognitionVerbal learningVerbal memorySubcortical impairmentNeuropsychological assessmentCommunity mental health centerCortical impairmentMental health centersSchizoaffective disorderMotor speedCurrent studySchizophreniaIllness characteristicsMemoryUrban community mental health centerImpairmentSimple decision rulesCognitionCluster analysisCluster groups
2005
Cognitive Remediation and Vocational Rehabilitation for Schizophrenia
Wexler BE, Bell MD. Cognitive Remediation and Vocational Rehabilitation for Schizophrenia. Schizophrenia Bulletin 2005, 31: 931-941. PMID: 16079390, DOI: 10.1093/schbul/sbi038.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCognitive remediation treatmentAspects of schizophreniaCognitive remediationCognitive deficitsWork functioningBehavioral interventionsWork therapyCognitionVocational rehabilitationArea of researchLasting improvementMental illnessSchizophreniaMajor mental illnessRemediation treatmentsFunctioningDeficitsInterventionMultiple studiesReadersResearchRehabilitationCognitive training of verbal memory using a dichotic listening paradigm: impact on symptoms and cognition
Fiszdon JM, Whelahan H, Bryson GJ, Wexler BE, Bell MD. Cognitive training of verbal memory using a dichotic listening paradigm: impact on symptoms and cognition. Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica 2005, 112: 187-193. PMID: 16095473, DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0447.2005.00565.x.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsVerbal memoryAuditory hallucinationsDichotic listeningDL taskMemory training taskCognitive remediation trainingCognitive remediation programVerbal episodic memoryVerbal memory taskDichotic listening paradigmRemediation trainingCognitive trainingEpisodic memoryMemory taskTraining tasksRemediation programGeneral psychopathologyControl conditionMemoryTaskCognitionPsychiatric symptomsTrainingHierarchical trainingCurrent investigation