Comparative Effectiveness of CET vs. SST in SMI (Serious Mental Illness)
Schizophrenia and Related Disorders
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Schizophrenia and Related Disorders focused on measuring Cognitive functioning, Social skills, Community functioning
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- age 18 to 65;
- DSM-5 diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective or schizophreniform disorder (confirmed via the MINI diagnostic interview);
- estimated IQ of > 70 (established via WTAR).
Exclusion Criteria:
- the presence of a current organic brain syndrome;
- intellectual disability (DSM-5);
- participation in either CET or SST within the prior year.
Sites / Locations
- Hartford Hospital - Institute of LivingRecruiting
- Maine Medical CenterRecruiting
- Massachusetts Mental Health CenterRecruiting
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
- UMass Medical SchoolRecruiting
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Active Comparator
Cognitive Enhancement Therapy
Social Skills Training
CET is a comprehensive manualized cognitive remediation program designed to maximize gains in social functioning by integrating computer-based training to enhance neurocognition with group-based exercises to improve social cognition.
The HOPES social rehabilitation program uses the principles of SST (modeling, role playing, positive and corrective feedback, homework assignments, in vivo skills practice), designed to improve both psychosocial functioning and preventive health..