Cerebral Speed Training May Cut Alzheimer's Risk by 25% for Seniors

Recent research indicates that a specific type of cognitive training can reduce the risk of dementia by approximately 25% in individuals over 65. This training involved a computer game that challenges players to quickly identify images, rather than traditional memory exercises. Conducted as part of the 'Advanced Cognitive Training for Independent and Vital Elderly' study, which began in 1998, the findings suggest that adaptive speed training may have lasting benefits. However, these benefits were only observed in participants who received both initial training and follow-up sessions, highlighting the importance of continued engagement in cognitive activities.

Key Details: • Participants must complete both initial training and reinforcement sessions to see benefits. • The study involved over 2,800 volunteers, averaging 74 years old, across six U.S. communities. • The game used for training is known as 'Double Decision' and was developed by professors from Alabama and Kentucky.