Psychology in Everyday Life: The Psych Files

Do Brain Training Games Work?

Apr 10, 2023 · 13 min · 13.1 MB
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You've probably heard about these Brain Training games. Do they really help you keep your mind sharp? Will they prevent cognitive decline as you get older or will they slow the effects of Alzheimer's disease? In this episode I review some recent studies on the effectiveness (or lack thereof) of these popular games.