ADVANCING THE FRONTIERS OF NEUROCOGNITIVE REHABILITATION: Research and Practice Ahead

Title

ADVANCING THE FRONTIERS OF NEUROCOGNITIVE REHABILITATION: Research and Practice Ahead

Creator

Prashanth, Aparna; Reddy, K. Jayasankara

Description

This chapter explores the expanding horizons of neurocognitive rehabilitation by synthesizing emerging trends in research, technology, and practice. With a focus on translational innovation, it identifies how cutting-edge advancements, such as neurofeedback training (NFT), braincomputer interfaces, and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven diagnostics, are reshaping cognitive recovery pathways. Emphasis is placed on the growing need for culturally and contextually responsive models, particularly in low-resource settings, as well as scalable, tech-enabled delivery methods that enhance accessibility and personalization. The chapter also highlights the critical importance of long-term outcome studies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and workforce upskilling to support sustainable integration of novel tools into routine care. Ethical considerations, including data privacy, informed consent in neurotechnological interventions, and the equitable distribution of emerging therapies, are also explored. As the field advances, the convergence of neuroscience, digital innovation, and individualized care promises to transform neurocognitive rehabilitation from reactive to anticipatory, from standardized to precision-based. Ultimately, this chapter advocates for a global, equity-focused, and evidence-based framework that places individuals, not just their impairments, at the center of rehabilitation science and practice. 2026 selection and editorial matter, K. Jayasankara Reddy; individual chapters, the contributors. All rights reserved.

Source

The Routledge International Handbook of Neurocognitive Rehabilitation: Practices, Innovations, and Future Directions;pp.338-356

Date

01-01-2026

Publisher

Taylor and Francis

Coverage

Prashanth A., Christ (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, India; Reddy K.J., Department of Psychology, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, India

Rights

Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library

Relation

ISBN: 978-104056676-3; 978-104108711-3;

Format

online

Language

English

Type

Book chapter

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003646662-25

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