American Journal of Applied Psychology

Volume 7, Issue 2, March 2018

  • Treatment of Cognitive Impairment Using a Computer Program in Patients with Depression in Remission

    Yépez Norma, Cortés Jacqueline, Álvarez Luz María, Cortés-Sotres José Francisco, Heinze Gerhard

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 2, March 2018
    Pages: 29-36
    Received: Mar. 17, 2018
    Accepted: Apr. 08, 2018
    Published: May 11, 2018
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    Abstract: The patient with depressive disorder presents a cognitive impairment which does not disappear despite the fact that the depression is considered to be in remission. This study aims to assess the impact of training in the improvement of cognitive functions of patients with remitted depression (RD). Captain’s Log Computerized Cognitive-Training Progr... Show More
  • Prevalence of Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress, Depression and Anxiety Among Abused and Neglected Adolescents in Charitable Children’s Institutions in Nairobi

    Stella Kemuma Nyagwencha, Alice Munene, Naomi James, Ricarda Mewes, Antonia Barke

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 2, March 2018
    Pages: 37-43
    Received: May 17, 2018
    Accepted: Jun. 04, 2018
    Published: Jun. 18, 2018
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    Abstract: Children living in institutions experience separation from their birth parents and other caregivers. Further, they also suffer from the effects of abuse and neglect which led to their institutionalization as well as effects of institutional care despite the fact that their physical needs like food, clothing and shelter are adequately met. The purpo... Show More