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Can tablet games boost Kids' brainpower? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06935656

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Talca Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested three different ways to train thinking skills (called executive functions) in 192 Chilean school children aged 5-6 and 9-10. The children used either a tablet, paper-and-pencil activities, or a mix of both. Researchers measured changes in memory, self-control, and mental flexibility, as well as reading and math skills. The goal was to find out which method works best and for which age group.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Tablet-based and paper-and-pencil brain-training activities
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show which type of brain training works best for improving children's thinking skills and school performance.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study with 192 children, so results are limited to this group. The effects may not apply to other settings or ages.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

192 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

May 2025

Finished

Dec 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

5 to 10 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Schools must be classified by the Chilean government as being public elementary schools located in an urban setting, with a proportion of vulnerability of at least 70% or greater (index for socioeconomic status). Schools also must contain at least one kindergarten class. * For participants, the children must be regularly attending either kindergarten, or the fourth or fifth grade. Exclusion Criteria: * Schools that are considered rural, private or subsidized are not eligible. Additionally, schools that have a vulnerability index of less than 70% are not eligible. * For participants, children with an intellectual disability, or are unable to understand and speak Spanish, will be excluded from the data analysis.

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Executive functions

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Municipal School 1

    Talca, Maule Region, Chile

  • Municipal School 2

    Talca, Maule Region, 07762, Chile

  • Municipal School 3

    Talca, Maule Region, Chile

  • Municipal School 4

    Talca, Maule Region, 07762, Chile

  • Municipal School 5

    Talca, Maule Region, 07762, Chile

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