CogState vs F

NOTE: THIS SOFTWARE REQUIRES A LICENCE KEY FROM COGSTATE CogState Research is an academically oriented version of the CogState ClinicalTrials software. With the same proven rapidity, sensitivity and validity, this software provides academic researchers with a powerful method of testing cognition at a competitive price. It has been used by institutions such as Yale University, the University of Melbourne and the Australian Government's National Health & Medical Research Council. CogState tests use simple but effective technology to detect cognitive change in subjects. The tests begin by taking a baseline measurement from a subject who is then periodically retested in order to detect cognitive change. CogState testing utilizes culture-neutral stimuli, which ensures that a wide range of subjects can be tested regardless of their ethnicity, socio-economic background or education. CogState tests are extremely sensitive and their validity has been demonstrated in over 100 peer-reviewed articles.

The Functional Standardized Touchscreen Assessment of Cognition (FSTAC) is the first of it's kind in cognitive screening tools. FSTAC provides 14 functional tasks for a person to complete and then provides a report on functional & cognitive performance. One of the features that makes FSTAC so valuable is the integration of real life distractions, such as text messages, phone messages and noise. These distractions in the setting of a cognitively complex task provide the perfect setting to assess a person's cognitive abilities and breakdowns. Clinicians can now observe their clients performing functional tasks that range from simple to complex utilizing current technology. Cognitive domains include: General Knowledge Functional math Auditory & Visual attention Auditory & Visual Short term memory Working memory Language/Reading Language Auditory Comprehension Visual/Spatial Executive Function (Flexibility, Org, Prob solving) Insight/Awareness of performance Functional tasks include: Money ID/Valuation Medication management Safety Cash management: paying and making change Grocery shopping - Organization, planning Story listen and recall Bill pay over phone Appointment rescheduling Handling normal distractions Recalling tasks to do in a day Video demonstration can be found at https://youtu.be/ilVHjECm9o4