International Journal of School and Cognitive Psychology
Open Access

Abstract

Identifying the Disconnect: Examining the Role of Connectedness in Cognitive Remediation for Children

McBride Y and Frates EP*

At a time when it appears that many facets of the therapist-client relationship have been incrementally replaced by the efficiency and convenience of online applications and computerized neuropsychological assessments, one wonders what role, if any, connectedness plays in cognitive remediation for children. Some may argue that the domain of positive relationships and social functioning is that of psychotherapy, and that it is this therapy that provides the outlet for meeting the need to connect. However, connectedness research indicates that increasing children’s feelings of belonging will only serve to enhance the effects of cognitive remediation therapy.