Brain training for seniors: does it really work?

NCT ID NCT03661190

First seen May 09, 2026 ยท Last updated May 09, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether playing a grammar reasoning game online can improve brain function and daily tasks in healthy adults over 50. Over 6,500 people took part. The goal was to see if short, intensive training could sharpen thinking skills like switching between tasks and remembering numbers.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Exeter Medical School

    Exeter, EX1 2LU, United Kingdom

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