Tag: attention
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ADHD Medications May Boost Alertness More Than Focus, Study Suggests
New Clues About How ADHD Medications Work prescription medicines used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may primarily work by increasing alertness and interest in tasks, rather than directly enhancing the brain’s ability to focus. A recent study explored how common ADHD medications influence brain activity and behavior, seeking to untangle the longstanding question…
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ADHD meds may boost alertness, not focus, study finds
New findings reshape how we understand ADHD medications Prescription medicines used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may work less by directly sharpening the brain’s ability to focus and more by boosting general alertness and interest in tasks. A recent study examined how common ADHD medications influence brain activity and behavior, suggesting that heightened…
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Video Games as a Cognitive Boost: How Your Play Style Drives the Benefits
The Surprising Link Between Video Games and Cognition Video games are often misunderstood as mere distractions, but growing research suggests they can offer real cognitive benefits. Far from dulling the mind, well-chosen and well-played games may sharpen attention, enhance problem-solving skills, and improve mental flexibility. The key, researchers say, lies in how we engage with…
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Video Games May Boost Cognition: How Play Shapes Brain Health
How video games can sharpen the brain Recent discussions about video games often focus on their potential downsides, but a growing body of research suggests they can offer meaningful cognitive benefits when engaged thoughtfully. Rather than simply serving as entertainment, well-chosen games challenge the brain in ways that resemble real-world skill development. Experts emphasize that…
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Boosting Focus, Memory, and Learning: How Cognitive Training Shapes Modern Learners
Understanding Cognitive Training and Its Goals In a world filled with constant distractions, cognitive training programs aim to strengthen the mental processes that underlie attention, working memory, rapid problem-solving, and flexible thinking. Rather than teaching specific facts, these programs target core cognitive skills that support learning across subjects. By improving how the brain processes information,…
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How Cognitive Training Can Sharpen Focus, Boost Memory, and Enhance Learning Skills
Understanding the Goal of Cognitive Training Cognitive training refers to structured activities designed to improve specific mental processes such as attention, working memory, processing speed, and problem-solving. Unlike general education or passive screen time, effective cognitive training targets underlying neural pathways to help learners process information more efficiently. By repeatedly challenging the brain in controlled…
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Cognitive Training Boosts Brain Chemical That Declines with Age, Study Finds
Overview: A Glimpse into Brain Chemistry and aging For years researchers have warned that certain brain chemicals tend to wane as we get older, potentially impacting memory, attention, and overall cognitive vitality. A new 10-week study provides the most compelling human evidence to date that cognitive training can boost a key brain chemical that typically…
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Brain training program helps people with learning difficulties, company says
New findings from a cognitive testing and training firm A cognitive testing and training firm announced on Thursday that its brain training program has delivered significant improvements in cognitive skills among people with learning difficulties. The company presented early data at a media event held in Bonifacio Global City, signaling growing interest in non-traditional approaches…