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Ashley M Peak¹, Janice C Marceaux¹, Kristy D Shoji¹

¹Psychology Service, South Texas Veterans Health Care System, San Antonio, Texas, USA.

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Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) improved cognition in veterans. This brief, weekly program was feasible and showed benefits for patient quality of life.

Keywords:

Cognition Cognitive stimulation therapy dementia quality of life veteran

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Public Health

Background:

Dementia poses a significant challenge to veteran health.
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) is an established, evidence-based intervention for dementia.
Evaluating modified CST programs in diverse veteran populations is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the outcomes of a modified, once-weekly, 7-week CST program in a sample of veterans.
To determine the feasibility and effectiveness of CST for cognitive impairment in veterans.
To examine changes in quality of life and cognitive function post-intervention.

Main Methods:

A chart review of 25 veterans who participated in a 7-week CST program.
Inclusion criteria: participation in the program and completion of pre/post-assessments.
Statistical analysis using paired-samples t-tests to compare pre/post-intervention scores.

Main Results:

Statistically significant improvements in RBANS total index scores (global cognition).
Small, positive effects observed in patient-rated Quality of Life-Activities of Daily Living (QoL-AD) scores.
No statistically significant changes in MoCA scores or caregiver QoL-AD ratings.

Conclusions:

A modified, once-weekly 7-week CST program is feasible for veterans.
The program demonstrated positive outcomes, including improved global cognition and patient-rated quality of life.
CST may offer protective effects, maintaining cognition and quality of life in veterans with cognitive impairment.