A comprehensive, integrated program aimed at the improvement of the cognitive abilities of schizophrenic patients, including those that are concerned with performance on laboratory tasks (such as attention, working memory, and problem solving) as well as social cognition, is known as

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The program described is specifically aimed at improving cognitive abilities and social cognition in schizophrenic patients. This is known as cognitive enhancement therapy (CET), which is a comprehensive, integrated program that includes cognitive training, group therapy, and social skills training. Option A, cognitive schizophrenic therapy is not a recognized/accepted term. Option C, cognitive behavioral therapy is a more general term that refers to a type of therapy that focuses on altering negative thoughts and behaviors. Option D, social skills training is only focused on improving social abilities and does not include cognitive training.

A Comprehensive, Integrated Program Aimed at the Improvement of the Cognitive