Playing an adaptive version of a video game in multitasking mode increases cognitive control abilities in adults ages 60 to 85 as compared to two control groups.
About the Study:
To assess multitasking performance, a total of 174 participants participated in this study. Ages ranged from 20-79, with about 30 individuals per decade. Participants played NeuroRace for one hour three times per week for a month. They were tested again at six months.
This research was funded by the Robert Wood Johnson's Health Games Research, a national program that explores the tremendous potential of digital interactive games as tools to help people live healthier lives.