Feasibility of a Non‐pharmacological Intervention for Impaired Financial Capacity in Mild Cognitive Impairment

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AbstractBackgroundA pilot trial of financial literacy training (FL) and computerized cognitive training (CCT) was conducted to assess tolerability, feasibility, and the effect on financial capacity (FC) in participants with normal cognition and MCI.MethodsCognitively normal and MCI participants were randomized to receive either targeted FL content (N = 4) (Savvy Saving Seniors (“SSS”) workshop) narrated and presented online or the active control CCT (N = 3) (BrainHQ, ©Posit Science) over 6‐weeks. “SSS” participants were instructed to complete 25‐minute sessions twice per week and BrainHQ participants were instructed to complete 60‐minute sessions three times per week.ResultsNo significant differences were found between baseline and follow‐up in either group. Table 1. Two out of 3 BrainHQ participants reported that their processing speed had improved and they felt challenged and experienced positive cognitive benefits. Three out of 4 “SSS” participants reported that they felt stimulated and challenged and that the activities were a good use of their time. All “SSS” participants agreed their financial literacy had improved. The most common reported benefits were accomplishment, enjoyment, and increased alertness. The most common reported discomforts were frustration, boredom and one participant complained of eye strain.Discussion/ConclusionsWe demonstrated good efficacy, tolerability, and adherence in delivering FL education and CCT interventions in cognitively normal and MCI participants.