Cognitive training with casual video games: Points to consider

Cognitive training with casual video games: Points to consider

Brain training programs have proliferated in recent years, with claims that video games or computer-based tasks can broadly enhance cognitive function. However, benefits are commonly seen only in trained tasks. Assessing generalized improvement and practicality of laboratory exercises complicate int...

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Main Authors: Pauline L Baniqued, Michael B Kranz, Michelle W Voss, Hyunkyu eLee, Joshua D Cosman, Joan eSeverson, Arthur F Kramer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2014-01-01
Series:Frontiers in Psychology
Subjects:
Attention
Video Games
fluid intelligence
working memory
cognitive training
reasoning
Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fpsyg.2013.01010/full

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