Cognitive Remediation in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

The purpose of this study is to gather feasibility data on cognitive remediation therapy (CRT) as an alternative intervention for PTSD. CRT is a standardized intervention that involves performing cognitive exercises to improve attention, processing speed, and memory through practice. Although the primary objective will be to determine the effect of CRT on cognitive functioning in PTSD, data on PTSD symptom severity and other clinical measures will also be examined to assess whether and to what degree cognitive alterations and symptom severity might be linked. CogPack, a computer-based form of CRT, would be employed for this project. Participants will be randomized to receive CRT or to play the video game Tetris as a control condition.