Cognitive Remediation Training Improves Working Memory and Treatment Attendance Among Individuals in Substance Use Disorder Treatment

In a sample of treatment-seeking individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs), participants randomized to an eight-session cognitive remediation training package targeting three different SUD-related cognitive-affective dysfunctions showed greater improvements in cognitive-affective functioning (e.g., working memory) and real world behavior (e.g., treatment session attendance) compared to those receiving active control training.