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Utilize Structured Brain Training Apps

Structured brain training apps can improve cognitive functions.

Structured brain training apps, such as cognitive training games, are designed to enhance various cognitive functions, including inhibition, processing speed, working memory, and executive function. Studies indicate that these apps can lead to significant improvements in cognitive task performance. For example, structured training shows enhancements in areas like inhibition and working memory, while others report advancements in executive functions and processing speed. Although the degree of improvement may vary based on individual differences and the specific focus of the training app, these games generally correlate with better cognitive performance.

Potential benefits

Figures are the highest improvement reported in an individual cited study — best-case, not typical, results.

Cognitive

User Engagement (mCSES Score)

Cognitive

Memory and Reasoning

Cognitive

Processing Speed and Executive Functions

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Sources

6 peer-reviewed references.

  1. [3]doi.org/10.2196/19585
  2. [4]doi.org/10.3390/brainsci10080560
  3. [7]doi.org/10.1111/jgs.12607
  4. [8]doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0029676
  5. [13]doi.org/10.1007/s41465-017-0053-0
  6. [16]doi.org/10.1177/1529100616661983

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