Memory boost? study tests 'Test Yourself' method in schizophrenia

NCT ID NCT02150174

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether a memory technique called 'retrieval practice' works in people with schizophrenia. Participants studied word pairs and were later tested or re-studied them. The goal was to see if testing improves recall more than re-studying. 40 people took part, including healthy controls, to compare results.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If effective, this method could be used in cognitive remediation programs to help people with schizophrenia improve their memory.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early exploratory study with only 40 participants. It does not test a treatment, only a learning technique, so results may not lead to practical benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

schizophrenia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

EPISODIC MEMORY DEFICITS SCHIZOPHRENIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Centre Psychothérapique de Nancy

Laxou, 54521, France
Service de psychiatrie - Hôpital Civil - CHRU Strasbourg

Strasbourg, 67091 Cedex, France

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