Multi-domain computerized cognitive training for children with intellectual developmental disorder: A randomized controlled trial

Abstract

PurposeTo verify the effects of multi-domain computerized cognitive training on intellectual function and adaptive functioning in children with intellectual developmental disorder (IDD).MethodsChildren with IDD were randomized to a multi-domain computerized cognitive training (CCT) group (n = 30) and control group (n = 30). Both groups received a 5-week training program. Intellectual function was assessed by Chinese-Wechsler Young Children scale (C-WYCSI) and adaptive functioning was assessed by the Chinese Vineland Adaptive Behavior Rating Scale (VABS-C), which were used at baseline, post-training, and 3-month follow-up.ResultsThere were significant differences for intellectual function and adaptive functioning between the two groups. The CCT group showed significant improvements in total full-scale intelligence quotient (FSIQ) score the Wechsler Intelligence Scale (F[60] = 31.97, p < 0.01) and its subdomain VIQ score (F[60] = 33.83, p < 0.01). For adaptive functioning, CCT had a better adaptive developmental quotient (ADQ) score (F[60] = 28.05, p < 0.01), and subdomain communication (F[60] = 10.86, p < 0.01) and socialization scores (F[60] = 4.35, p < 0.015). Moreover, there was a positive correlation between FSIQ changes and ADQ changes in the CCT group (rs = 0.74, p < 0.01). A greater increase in VIQ score was associated with a greater increase in adaptive functioning (bootstrapping CI: [0.16, 3.30]) in the CCT group.ConclusionMulti-domain CCT improves the intellectual function and adaptive functioning of children with IDD.

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“…Intellectual development disability (IDD) affects cognitive functioning as well as causes learning and social impairment in children. In, 62 the authors investigate the effects of CCT on intellectual and adaptive functioning in developmentally disordered children. The study investigates the effects of CCT in 4 cognitive domains ie learning, reasoning, working memory, and visual perception.…”