New Brain Training Game Shows Promise in Reducing Dementia Risk for Seniors

Recent research indicates that a specific type of brain training can lower the risk of dementia by 25% in individuals over 65. This training involves an interactive game that challenges players to quickly identify images, enhancing their divided attention skills. Conducted as part of the ACTIVE trial, the study included over 2,800 participants and revealed that only those who engaged in the speed game and received additional booster sessions benefited from reduced dementia diagnoses. While the findings are promising, experts caution that further research is needed to establish a definitive link between the training and dementia prevention.

Key Details: • Participants in the study were aged 65 and older, with an average age of 74. • The speed training game is called Double Decision, developed for cognitive training. • Participants underwent initial training for 22.5 hours, including booster sessions. • A 25% reduction in dementia risk was noted only for those who completed booster sessions.