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Neuropsychological interventions targeting working memory (WM) show greater effectiveness in adults with neurological disorders compared to healthy adults. More research is needed to confirm WM training efficacy for clinical guidance.

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  • Neuroscience
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Working memory (WM) is crucial for cognitive functions.
  • Neuropsychological interventions are explored to enhance WM.
  • Understanding the effectiveness of WM interventions is vital for clinical practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review empirical studies on neuropsychological interventions for working memory in adults.
  • To identify intervention designs, procedures, and outcomes.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of different WM intervention approaches.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature search was performed using PubMed and LILACS.
  • Keywords included 'working memory', 'training', 'rehabilitation', 'intervention', and 'adult'.
  • Seven empirical studies were identified and analyzed.

Main Results:

  • The reviewed studies included randomized controlled trials, case reports, clinical trials, and evaluation studies.
  • Three studies used global programs for healthy elderly adults.
  • Four studies utilized specific programs for adults with neurological impairments.

Conclusions:

  • WM intervention programs demonstrated greater effectiveness in studies focusing on specific rehabilitation methods for neurologically impaired adults.
  • Global programs for healthy adults showed less evident effectiveness.
  • Further empirical research is necessary to validate WM intervention programs and inform clinical neuropsychologists.