Comments on: Can Computer Brain Games Really Make You Smarter

By: Kranichs

Kranichs — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:09:55 +0000

I spent about two years playing brain games for up to an hour a day because I could see my memory failing. It definately helped me to remember where I put things and where I parked my car. But what was amazing — was if I would run as fast and hard as I could off and on for 10-20 minutes on my ellipse outside under my deck and came in and played the games — my scores would be significantly higher. I finally decided I'd be better off taking the time to run on my ellipse than playing the games!

By: Pat

Pat — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 18:47:33 +0000

I wonder what the results would have been if they tested people already diagnosed with memory issues, such as mild cognitive impairment, and if different type of games would have different results. I think much more testing needs to be done. I'm not ready to give up Sudoku or Luminosity!

By: Liz

Liz — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 21:47:58 +0000

Brain games may or may not work, but I don't think this study is at all useful. Not only did they not have a control group, but they didn't factor in varying amounts of play. Imagine testing exercise for 10 minutes a day, three days a week. What kind of results would you get, and what kind of pronouncement would you make based on that?

By: JuiceBoy123

JuiceBoy123 — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 20:29:25 +0000

I wonder if Farmville will keep you sharp

By: Anne Bennett

Anne Bennett — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 06:27:00 +0000

I tried Luminosity and it was a waste of time, now I just play soduko and it is free!