Posts Tagged ‘Cognitive-Training’
Research trend: Combining brain stimulation with cognitive training to enhance attention and memory
In 47 CE, Scribonius Largus, court physician to the Roman emperor Claudius, described in his Compositiones a method for treating chronic migraines: place torpedo fish on the scalps of patients to ease their pain with electric shocks. Largus was on the right path; our brains are comprised of electrical signals that influence how brain cells…
Read MoreThe ultimate in transfer from brain training to real-world outcomes: Reducing the risk of at-fault accidents by almost 50%
___ Can you train your brain to drive longer into your golden years? (CTV News): “For the elderly, the loss of a driver’s licence could mean the end of independence and the beginning of a decline in health, with far-reaching consequences in their daily lives…New assistive driving technologies seem like an obvious solution in the years…
Read MoreTo maximize cognitive benefits, study suggests you exercise brain and body at the same time
___ Physical and mental multitasking may boost memory, study suggests (UCLA research alert): “Performing memory training exercises at the same time as pedaling a stationary bike led to better gains in memory than doing the training exercises after working up a sweat, according to a 55-person study led by UCLA researchers. The findings suggest that…
Read MoreTop 10 moments from the 2017 SharpBrains Virtual Summit/ Slidedecks & Recordings are Available
_____ Whew. What a rich and diverse 3‑day conversation on the future of brain health and brain enhancement among 50+ Speakers and 200+ participants in 24 countries. From the dozens of fascinating insights and moments, here are some our favorites: (Note: slidedecks are now freely available; session recordings require registration and login credentials) 1. That masterful 40-minute…
Read More10 favorite moments from the 2017 SharpBrains Virtual Summit/ Recordings are Available
Whew. What a rich and cutting-edge 3‑day conversation last week on the future of brain health and brain enhancement. We enjoyed dozens of fascinating insights and moments — here’s a sample of our favorites: 1. That masterful 40-minute overview by Dr. Tom Insel on the past, present and future of mental health 2. Discussing with Akili’s…
Read MoreGreat news: The New York Times acknowledges that (as clearly documented for 10+ years) Exercise and Brain Training are BOTH crucial for Lifelong Brain Fitness
Exercise May Enhance the Effects of Brain Training (The New York Times): “..an interesting new study published in the Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience suggests that combining intense exercise and brain training might, over time, amplify the benefits of both for the brain, even in people whose minds already are working well…scientists at McMaster University in Hamilton,…
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