Evaluation of Adherence and Engagement in a Cognitive Training Program for Older Adults

Evaluation of Adherence and Engagement in a Cognitive Training Program for Older Adults

There is evidence that computerized cognitive training can improve cognition in healthy older adults and in people at risk of developing dementia, although an effective model to implement the training in the daily life of people and to ensure engagement is missing. This project studies the adherence, engagement and progress on computerized cognitive training exercises that were offered by the Association of Retirees from the Telecommunications (ASASTEL) to its associates. One hundred subjects in three different cities (Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte and Brasilia) received licenses to perform the exercises on line and were followed by a team of psychologists. We will evaluate adherence, engagement and progress on the computerized cognitive training exercises of those subjects.

Inclusion Criteria:

• To be an associate of ASASTEL, or the spouse of an associate,
• To have access to the internet at home and proficiency on accessing and navigating the internet,
• Availability to be evaluated and followed by the professional team.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Any medical condition that precludes performing the computerized training exercises,
• Score below 27 points in the Mini Mental State Examination (MEEM),
• Moderated or advanced dementia.