Are brain training games effective? Study separates fact from fiction

According to an article published in PsyPost, dementia begins with age, but our behavioral habits during adulthood can help prevent or delay the effects. Some healthy habits include quitting smoking and managing healthy blood pressure levels. Read this also Dementia risk factors you can control: Essential lifestyle changes for a healthy brain

In addition to maintaining these healthy habits, people are also turning to brain-training games. The makers of these games claim that they can help with dementia, suppress appetite and increase IQ.

Is brain training fact or fiction?

Brain training games are designed to boost intelligence and faster thinking abilities, with claims that they also have real-world applications. Some games are designed to promote faster thinking, higher levels of attention, and a flexible mind, known as executive functioning.

However, often these skills learned in these games do not extend to real-world applications, making their impact temporary. Read this also Iron accumulation in your brain may increase your risk of dementia! This diet can help

According to a study published in the journal SAGE, a group of participants were asked to engage in new activities such as digital photography or quilting. Another group of participants were asked to engage in activities that involved less active learning such as traveling or cooking, or more solitary activities such as solving crossword puzzles, listening to music or watching classic movies. Both these groups were evaluated and it was observed that new and challenging activities showed more significant benefits in their memory, processing speed and reasoning abilities. Read this also Reduce your dementia risk by 12% by adding this super brain food to your diet

During the study, brain scans of the participants were studied to understand the effect of new and challenging activities on their neutralizing skills. Researchers observed that the more time participants spent in these activities, their brains became faster at solving problems and recalling information.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions you may have about a medical condition.