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Cogmed Working Memory Training™ |
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We have offered Cogmed Working Memory Training™ since 2011. Cogmed is an evidence-based intensive cognitive training program designed to improve working memory capacity. The program consists of 5 weeks of intensive training, about 30-40 minutes of computerized exercises for 5 days a week.
Here are some of the reasons why we became interested in offering Cogmed Working Memory Training™:
Relevance & Utility. Working memory is a pivotal cognitive function that has wide-ranging impact on an individual’s daily life and can affect academic and work performance.
For example, working memory constraints can affect our ability to:
- sustain attention/focus
- listen, comprehend and follow through on instructions
- tune out distractions
- independently get started on and complete tasks
- process new information and learn
- read fluently and understand and retain what is read
- complete mental math or multi-step calculations
- plan ahead and sequence activities
- keep our belongings in order and organized
- monitor our behaviour and control impulses
Innovative. Cogmed Working Memory Training™ is based on the cutting-edge research on brain plasticity and designed by the neuroscientists that showed working memory capacity can be improved by targeted, intensive systematic training.
High Quality. Independent research studies have documented that at least 80% of users show benefits—in that effects from Cogmed training were generalized to everyday life and sustained over time.
Convenience. The computerized daily training sessions can be completed at home.
Support. Consistency, motivation and optimal training are emphasized with personalized weekly support provided by Cogmed certified coaches working under the Neuropsychologist's supervision.
Who can benefit?
Anyone interested in improving their working memory capacity. Programs are available for children, teens, adults and seniors (from age 4 years and up).
Working memory can be affected in a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
- Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Learning Disabilities
- Asperger syndrome / Autism
- Premature / Low Birth Weight
- Concussion / Traumatic Brain Injury
- Stroke & Other Neurological Conditions
- Aging / Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Anxiety
For more information and user stories, check out the website: www.cogmed.com. Please contact our office to discuss Cogmed Working Memory Training™ and to see if the program is a good fit for you or your family member.
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Cognitive Neurorehabilitation & Individual Psychological Therapy |
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Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed out, anxious, depressed or are you having difficulties with managing your emotions? Are these issues affecting your ability to participate in daily activities, school or work, or influencing your family, partner or peer relationships?
Has a significant event in your life or the onset of a neurological condition, injury or motor vehicle accident left you struggling with changes and losses?
Are you looking for strategies/support to improve your emotional well-being or cognitive functioning and minimize the impact these struggles have on your daily living?
How can treatment help?
Depending on the presenting issues, needs, and goals of the individual, some of the following may be obtained through the collaborative work during our therapy interventions:
- Gain a fuller perspective on your circumstances and deeper understanding about how your style of thinking can influence your emotions and behaviour
- Learn ways to facilitate cognitive functioning, compensate for deficits in everyday life, and improve confidence, productivity and quality of life
- Develop more healthy ways to cope with stressors, changes, and losses
- Reduce emotional distress or psychological symptoms, such as depression, anger and anxiety, that interfere with your life and feel more in control of your life and choices
- Develop improved problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills and work toward experiencing meaning and fulfillment in life
- Learn strategies to support your child/adolescent/partner/family member in managing anxiety, mood disturbance or challenging behaviours
Who can benefit?
Some of the following represent common concerns/difficulties addressed in therapy:
- Attentional/Behavioural Dysregulation
- Poor Organization/Planning
- Depression
- Phobias/Fears
- Low Self-esteem
- Coping with Lifestyle Changes/Loss
- Chronic Pain/Illness
- Disruptive Behaviours & Parenting Challenges
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- Forgetfulness
- Difficulties with Decision-making/Problem-solving
- Anxiety/Worry
- Anger Control/Irritability
- Relationship Difficulties
- Stress Management
- Bereavement/Grief
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Consultations and educational sessions are available for families, rehabilitation teams, professional practitioners, school personnel, lawyers, etc.
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Not sure exactly what you’re looking for? Please feel free to contact us with any questions or to determine whether our services would be applicable to your individual situation.
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Developmental & School Entry Educational Planning Assessments (~18 months to 6 years)
Psycho-educational & Clinical Diagnostic Assessments (~7 to 21 years)
Neuropsychological & Clinical Diagnostic Assessments (All ages from 5 years +)
Neurocognitive Screening Assessments for Seniors
Cogmed Working Memory Training™ (All ages from 4 years +)
Cognitive Neurorehabilitation & Individual Psychological Therapy
Education & Consultation
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Contact |
Email: drewarriner@gmail.com
Phone: (905) 643-1877
Fax: (905) 643-4941
Office Location:
The Hamilton Business Park
1100 South Service Road, Suite 224
Hamilton, ON
L8E 0C5
Easily accessed - just off the QEW Niagara, located between Fruitland Rd & Fifty Rd
Also providing psychological and neuropsychological services to residents of:
- Oakville
- Burlington
- St. Catharines
- Niagara Falls
- Brantford
- Guelph
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